Q1Why build a native Android app?
Native Android in Kotlin gives the best performance, the smallest app size and full access to hardware such as Bluetooth, NFC and background services. It is ideal for markets where most users are on Android, for device and IoT apps, and for apps that must run well on low-cost phones.
Q2Do you use Kotlin or Java?
New apps are built in Kotlin with Jetpack Compose, which Google recommends for Android. We also maintain older Java apps and migrate them to Kotlin gradually.
Q3How do you make the app work on so many different devices?
We define a supported device range at the start, use adaptive layouts, and test on a real device lab covering popular brands, screen sizes and Android versions. After launch, Android vitals and Crashlytics show us any device-specific issues.
Q4What does Google Play require before publishing?
Key requirements include:
- A Google Play developer account in your name
- A completed Data safety form and privacy policy
- Targeting a recent Android API level
- Correct permission use and content rating
We handle all of this and manage the review.
Q5Can the app work offline?
Yes. We use Room and WorkManager to store data locally and sync it in the background when the connection returns. This is important for field teams and users with patchy mobile data.
Q6Can you integrate printers, scanners or payment terminals?
Yes. We have experience with Bluetooth and USB printers, barcode scanners, NFC and Android-based POS devices, including kiosk mode and device management.
Q7How long does Android app development take?
A focused Android MVP usually takes 8โ12 weeks. Full-featured apps take 3โ5 months, and hardware or IoT apps can take longer. We share an exact plan after discovery.
Q8Do you also build the iOS version?
Yes. We can build a separate native iOS app or use a cross-platform framework like Flutter or React Native to cover both platforms from one codebase.
Q9Do you use Jetpack Compose?
Yes. We build new Android interfaces in Jetpack Compose with Material 3, and can gradually move older XML screens to Compose.
Q10Can you make my app faster on budget phones?
Yes. We use Baseline Profiles, reduce app size, optimise images and lists, and test on real entry-level devices.
Q11Can you build apps for tablets, foldables or Android TV?
Yes. We build adaptive layouts for large screens and foldables, and companion apps for Wear OS, Android TV and Android Auto.
Q12Can you build kiosk or single-purpose device apps?
Yes. We build kiosk-mode and managed-device apps with Android Enterprise for POS, scanners and self-service terminals.