"Users expect a seamless experience whether they are accessing websites on a Android device, a BlackBerry, iPhone, tablet, laptop or desktop.
It is therefore essential that news sites understand the future of mobile and work out whether to spend money developing a range of native apps: for iPhone, iPad and Android, for example; a web-based app such as the much-discussed web app launched by the Financial Times less than a fortnight ago; spend time building an m.site or opt for a mobile-friendly site."
The headline is a bit of an overstatement. QR codes are going to be around. But Near Field Communication is already in use in Europe and should see more adoption in the U.S.
Mark Luckie digs out some neat tools to mobilize your web site.
The Washington Post on Wednesday is unveiling a new mobile version of its Web site as it seeks to catch up to the competition in the mobile arena and exploit a rare area of promise for newspapers.
"real shifts in both online platform alternatives and in the mobile market are beginning to usher in foundational new usage patterns by users."
Inexpensive app development site ($199 or $499) depending on your taste/budget.
Alfred Hermida notes the potential for the iPhone 4 as a useful multimedia tool for journalists. He should know something about this, as he first explored this when the BBC was using Nokias several years ago.
Some good news regarding app use. via Will Sullivan
At this point, I expect every new innovation to be followed with a "can X help save the print publishing industry." via Will Sullivan
Because, Khoi Vinh says, they’re “bloated [and] user-unfriendly” and because they are largely a result of a “tired pattern of mass-media brands trying vainly to establish beachheads on new platforms, without really understanding the platforms at all.”
"U.S. smartphone owners are increasingly turning to mobile to access breaking news over other media, including newspapers, TV and desktop web browsers, according to a recent study from mobile app developer Handmark." - Silly, nobody gets breaking news fro
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