The document discusses mobile technologies and how libraries can provide services through mobile apps and websites. It defines mobile devices and operating systems, and notes that smart phones are surpassing PC sales. The document outlines different types of apps libraries can offer for catalogs, accounts, reading recommendations, and virtual reference. Examples are given of libraries that provide mobile optimized websites or apps for general information, readers' advisory, and reference services.
13. What is an App?
• Short for Application
• There are two major types of Apps for
mobile devices.
o Web Apps
o Downloadable Apps
Written for specific OSes
14. What is an OS?
• Stands for Operating System
o iOS (Apple devices)
o Android
o Blackberry
o WebOS
o Windows Mobile
• Each OS has own App Store
o Apple App Store 350,000+
o Android Market 80,000+