Top Mobile App Trends for 2024 and Beyond: Few Must-Know Predictions

Published On : April 2, 2024 Category(s) : Mobile App Development

Predictions of the future are always fun to read about and even more fun to write about. With more than 2 billion active smartphones and tablets worldwide, you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t own at least one of these devices. With these smart devices becoming even smarter in terms of hardware and software capabilities, people are using them increasingly, making mobile applications an extremely interesting space to watch! Have a look at some interesting stats about mobile applications:

• Mobile apps are expected to generate $935+  billion in revenue by 2024.
• About 21% of Millennials in the United States open an app 50+ times daily.
• About 49% of people in the United States open an app 11+ times daily.
• About 70% of all the United States digital media time comes from mobile applications.

Here are 6 Must-Know Predictions about Mobile App Trends

The world of mobile applications is so exciting right now that it can be hard to keep up with the constant changes and new developments. But, if you look at the patterns and predict what they will do in the future, you’ll be able to stay ahead of the curve and stay one step ahead of your competition! Here are 6 mobile app trends that will dominate by 2024! (Mobile App Trends)

1. 5G Technology

Though 5G is not yet widely available, it is expected to impact the mobile app market significantly. 5G will enable new technologies and services, such as augmented and virtual reality, to become mainstream. 

Here are some pros of the 5G technology:

In addition, 5G will allow for more complex mobile apps with richer graphics and more user interaction. Developers will need to take advantage of these new capabilities to create innovative and engaging apps that meet the needs of 5G users. 

2. Edge computing

The future of mobile apps is moving towards edge computing. In simple terms, Edge computing is a form of computing where data is processed at the edge of the network, closer to the source of the data. This allows for faster processing and lower latency. Edge computing will become increasingly important as we move towards the Internet of Things, where billions of devices are connected to the internet. 

With more and more devices generating data, processing it on the device would be difficult due to a lack of bandwidth and processor power. By pushing computation outwards from centralized servers towards the edges of networks, it becomes easier to process huge amounts of information close to its sources.

3. Low-Code App Development

With the rise of digital transformation, businesses are looking to mobile app development to keep up with the competition. Low-code app development platforms allow businesses to create custom apps without coding knowledge.  This makes it possible for anyone in the organization to develop an app, regardless of their technical expertise. By 2024, we predict that low-code app development will become even more popular as businesses seek ways to empower their employees and improve efficiency.

4. Blockchain Technology

Blockchain technology is expected to have a big impact on the way we use apps in the future in the following ways: 

• More businesses globally will start using blockchain technology to secure their data. 
• We’ll see more mobile apps that use blockchain technology to make transactions more secure. 
• The use of blockchain-based digital identities will become more common. 
• Blockchain technology will be used to create new types of loyalty programs. 
• More app developers will start using decentralized application development platforms. 
• The total number of people using cryptocurrency wallets will increase significantly.

5. Beacon Technology

More businesses will use beacons to send targeted content and messages to customers. Beacons will become more sophisticated, with the ability to track more data points and provide more detailed information. The use of beacons will become more widespread, with more people using them daily. Beacon technology can help you:

• Connect with your customers in a more personal way. 
• Understand your customers better. 
• Reach new customers. 
• Improve customer loyalty. 
• Increase sales. 
• Improve customer service. 
• Save money on marketing costs.

6. AR, VR, and MR will Stay Popular

Although augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) have been around for a while, they are still popular trends in the mobile app industry. In 2024, we predict that these technologies will continue to be popular, with more businesses using them to enhance their products and services. Here are some of the ways we think AR, VR, and MR will be used in the future: 

• More businesses will use AR to enhance their products and services. 
• VR will be used more for training and education purposes. 
• MR will become more popular for entertainment purposes. 
• AR will be used more for navigation purposes. 
• VR will be used more for social interaction purposes.

Conclusion

The mobile app industry is booming and is only going to continue to grow in the coming years. The above-mentioned trends will majorly impact how we use our mobile devices and apps, so it’s important to be aware of them. To stay ahead of the curve, mobile app development companies must be aware of these trends and adapt their products accordingly.