Mobile App Development Company in Michigan, Serving the US & Canada

Mobile application development is the process of creating software applications designed to run on mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets. This includes developing apps for iPhones, iPads and Android phones and tablets.

Native Apps: Built specifically for one platform (iOS or Android) using platform-specific languages like Swift (iOS) or Java/Kotlin (Android). They offer the best performance and access to device features.

Web Apps: Mobile-optimized websites that behave like apps but run in a browser, typically using HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript. They are platform-independent but have limited access to device features.

Hybrid Apps: A mix of native and web apps, built using cross-platform tools like .NET MAUI, React Native or Flutter. They run on multiple platforms with a single codebase while providing more access to device features than web apps.

The choice between iOS and Android depends on your target audience, budget, and business goals. iOS is preferred in markets like North America and Western Europe, while Android has a larger global user base, especially in emerging markets.

You may choose to develop for both platforms if you are developing a product. If your users are mainly in the US, starting with iOS is often enough.

The timeline for mobile app development depends on the complexity, features, and platform(s) involved. Simple apps can take 3-4 months, while more complex apps with custom features, integrations, and security measures can take 8-12 months or more.

The cost varies based on the complexity of the app, the number of platforms (iOS, Android), design intricacies, and the integration of backend systems or third-party services.

Most of our mobile app projects start at around $30,000, and larger apps cost more depending on their scope. We provide a detailed estimate after understanding your project scope and requirements. Please reach out to us to set up a free consultation.

We take a user-focused approach, starting with a deep dive into your business requirements. By conducting discovery meetings and workshops, creating wireframes and prototyping the new application, we ensure that you see your vision taking shape in the form of application. By employing iterative development, we ensure that the final product aligns with your goals and delivers the functionality you need.

Some of our customers choose to develop a prototype mobile app - that looks and feels like real app but does not have real functions. You can opt for developing such a prototype app to ensure it works exactly as you had wished.

Our development process typically includes the following phases:

Discovery & Requirement Gathering: Identifying business needs, audience, and app objectives.

Design & Prototyping: Creating wireframes, UX/UI designs, and interactive prototypes.

Development: Coding the app and building back-end infrastructure if needed.

Testing: Conducting quality assurance and usability testing to ensure functionality.

Launch: Publishing the app to app stores (Apple App Store, Google Play Store).

Post-Launch Support: Providing updates, maintenance, and improvements.

Not necessarily. A cross-platform app (React Native or .NET MAUI) runs on both iOS and Android from one codebase and suits most business apps. Native apps (Swift for iOS, Kotlin for Android) are two codebases and are worth it when you need the best performance or deep device features. We recommend one after discovery.

Yes, we can integrate your mobile app with existing systems, databases, or third-party services such as CRMs, payment gateways, social media, or cloud-based platforms.

For us security is not an after-thought. We use Security-first design approach while building the backend for mobile apps.

SonarQube is used in our development process for static code analysis. We also can help and consult for the dynamic penetration testing. It is always recommended to be done by third parties and not by the original developers.

We prioritize security throughout the development process by following best practices such as secure coding techniques, data encryption, secure authentication, and regular security testing.

We also ensure compliance with relevant regulations, such as GDPR or HIPAA, when applicable.

We provide ongoing maintenance and support to ensure your app remains up-to-date, secure, and bug-free. This includes releasing updates, fixing issues, adding new features, and adapting to new OS versions or device models.

For Apple (iOS), we heavily use TestFlight to release updates or new features to internal or external testing teams. Once they are verified via TestFlight version then they are released to the AppStore.

Similar approach is used using Google PlayStore for Android App Updates.

For each update, there is a release version that users can download manually or the device will automatically download as per user’s settings. Optionally, we can implement force download within the app that requires users to upgrade to new version before using the app.

We handle the technical aspect of the submission process to both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, ensuring your app meets all guidelines and requirements for each platform. This includes preparing metadata, screenshots, and descriptions for the app listing.

There are non-technical requirements for publishing. Customer’s Legal and Marketing team may need to provide certain documents and language to be used for the publishing. Customer will need to arrange for these non-technical aspects.

Yes, we can integrate analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Firebase, or custom solutions to track user behavior, app performance, and key metrics, helping you make data-driven decisions for future updates or marketing efforts.

We strongly recommend that you have prepared your business plan and you think that you are building a viable solution that has business potential.

We can suggest or guide how to implement technical solutions for monetizing the app - such as In-App Purchase, Subscription or Advertising.

Yes. We often start with a clickable prototype to test the idea with users and investors, then build a minimum viable product (MVP) with the core features on iOS and Android. A cross-platform MVP keeps the first release fast and affordable, and we grow it into a full app once the idea is proven.

Yes. We take over apps from other vendors and in-house teams. We start with a code and architecture review, fix critical bugs and security issues, and then plan the next steps, such as upgrading Xamarin apps to .NET MAUI or adding new features. Kibage came to us after two other vendors had delivered only a login screen in six months.

Ownership of the source code and intellectual property is set out in your contract with us. We agree on it before work starts, so you know exactly what you will own. At handover you get the source code, documentation and environment access your contract covers.

Yes, we sign your NDA, or use our mutual NDA, before you share project details.