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Developing smartphone apps

We provide the best service to help you with development of smartphone apps.

As you are not an expert in the field, however, you may not be able to come up with and lay out what you need appropriately. But please don’t worry with Digital Circus; we render applications that smartphone users will find “interesting!” and “easy to use!” at anytime anywhere. Of course, we think highly of your business aspect as well to provide you with the best result.

Reason

Why choose Digital Circus?

Compatible with both iPhone / iPad and Android!        
 

You don’t have to waste your time and money placing double orders for compatibility among iPhone / iPad and Android. Plus, you can benefit from a better integration with web service as we can develop the server in a way that works for both iOS and Android OS.

“Smartphone App Builder”, an automatic app building service is available!        
 

With「“Smartphone App Builder”」, our special automatic app building service, we can efficiently develop applications that will totally satisfy your requirements.

We have experience of developing various great apps!        
 

We have developed various applications including product search, image catalog, -webAPI based, PDF reader and GPS location map.

iPhone

Developing apps for iPhone

Application development
 

As iPhone has its unique user interface and execution environment, apps for iPhone need to be built in a different way from conventional websites. Also, an additional server for providing data is necessary depending on the kind of apps. We, Digital Circus handle the whole process from planning and developing apps for iPhone to testing them and building a server to provide data.

Submission on behalf
 

To release completed applications, you need to get an account on iTunes for submission. However, you don’t have to if you are with us since we go through the formalities on behalf of you.

Support
 

After releasing apps, you can still improve your brand value by diligently checking the rating of users, offering frequent version upgrades or taking proper action against bugs. Digital Circus also takes care of all these after service and maintenance.

Android

Application development

Application development
 

Contrary to iPhone, Android allows more freedom for developing apps. In order to cope with the diverse devices and the difference between each version of the market, however, apps for Android need to be considerately planned and developed. We, Digital Circus handle the whole process from planning and developing apps for Android to testing them and building a server to provide data.

Submission on behalf
 

To release completed applications, you need to register as a developer and upload the apps to Android market. However, you don’t have to if you are with us since we go through the formalities on behalf of you.

Support
 

After releasing apps, you can still improve your brand value by diligently checking the rating of users, offering frequent version upgrades or taking proper action against bugs. Digital Circus also takes care of all these after service and maintenance.

Flow

Steps for developing smartphone apps

  1. STEP01
    Listen & Plan
    Listen & Plan

    We listen to your wants first. After that, we define the purpose of the app and plan how to develop it.(Week 1)

  2. STEP02
    Define requirements & Plan
    Define requirements & Plan

    Considering the purpose set on Week 1, we determine the concept, target and contents (requirements) of the app. To define requirements is a step in order to clarify which functions or contents will be required. Once they come clear, it is easier to estimate or create image designs.(Week 1 – 3)

  3. STEP03
    Decide functions and specifications & Start to design
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    Test, Brush up & Release
    Decide functions and specifications & Start to design

    After deciding the functions and design of the app in details, we get into development phase. Reviewing all the previous steps, we prepare for the best development system to meet all your needs with the greatest care.(Week 3 – 8)

  4. STEP04
    Test, Brush up & Release
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    TestBrushupRelease
    Test, Brush up & Release

    Before releasing the application, we test it. While you test the beta version, we brush up and improve the application. After that, we make the final adjustment setting of the traffic analysis tool or putting ads inside the app. When we receive your final conformation, we realize the application. (In case of iPhone, when the screening process by Apple is over)(Week 9 – 11)

  5. STEP05
    Maintenance & Consulting for using the app
    Maintenance & Consulting for using the app

    After release, we offer consultation service about repair, operation and maintenance of the application.(Week 12)