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Want to build an iOS app? Have custom requirements for your dream iPhone app project? Want to get your idea validated by experienced iPhone application developers? For all these, iPhone app development services are what you need from a top iPhone app development company.

Space-O is one of the leading iOS app development companies in the USA, with more than 50+ iOS mobile app developers experienced in developing easy to complex iOS apps. We offer iOS app development services from small startups to large enterprises across a variety of industries.

We employ the advanced features & latest technologies such as ML, Blockchain, AR/VR, and AI to help you from the app ideation, design, development to the launch of the mobile application on the Apple App Store. Contact us today to validate your app idea and get a free custom quote.

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From app idea validation to publishing, Space-O helped us.

I would like to thank the entire Space-O team for helping us with our photo editing app. We have been working with other developing teams before, and we were able to find Space-O. And all the other developers failed to deliver all great working apps for us. Space-O helped to design the app in a very user-friendly way. They helped us to navigate solutions for the app. And overall went above and beyond with our request.

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iOS App Development Consultation

Not sure of the features you wish to include in your iOS app? Need a roadmap for your software development? Want the right advice from an experienced tech consultant to suggest branding, designing, & technology stack? Book a call with our iOS app consultant to discuss requirements.

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iPhone App UI/UX Designing

Want a great look and feel for your app? Want to improve your brand’s reputation and user engagement? Our designers are experienced in designing pixel-perfect mobile apps specifically for iPhones. Also, we design iOS apps that are both interactive and easy to access for your users.

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Custom iPhone App Development

Have custom requirements for your native iOS apps? Looking for the best custom mobile app development company? Turn to Space-O as we provide customized app development to meet your business objectives. We have built several apps that run on all models of Apple devices.

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Hire Dedicated iOS App Developers

Looking for a dedicated team for your iPhone mobile development? Want flexible hiring models to meet your enterprise software requirements? Hiring iPhone app developers from Space-O will ensure you get the best iOS app development results within the estimated time and cost.

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Hybrid iPhone App Development

Prefer to build hybrid apps that run on multiple platforms – iOS, Android, or Windows? We have hands-on experience with cross-platform development to ensure your app runs on all popular iOS devices. Leverage our custom software development services to build a secure hybrid app.

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Enterprise iOS Applications

Want to build secured and synced enterprise iOS apps with existing systems & databases? Being one of the best iPhone app development companies in the USA, Space-O will help you to build enterprise apps by bringing business strategies to existence. Contact us to validate an app idea.

Looking for Custom iOS App Development Services?

Space-O offers customized iOS application development services leveraging the latest technologies, including Blockchain, AR, VR, IoT, and AI.

Top iOS Apps Developed by Us

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    NFC Jewelry App

    Experience the next-generation wearable device

    Momento is the smart readable and writable NFC jewelry mobile app permitting you to store precious memories. Having more than 1000+ downloads the app allows you to store up to 3000 pictures and hours of video content in the NFC chip. Display all of your memories on your phone just by tapping your jewelry on your device. Even, select and buy your favorite piece of jewelry directly from the Momento Locket store as well.

    Top Features of the NFC Jewelry App:

    • Store up to 3000 photos and hours of video content
    • Store 3 GB of priceless memories.
    • No need to charge the battery
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    Glovo

    The Most Downloaded Spanish On-Demand Delivery App

    Covered by TechCrunch and Bloomberg, Glovo is an on-demand delivery app developed by our iOS app development team. According to Crunchbase, the total funding received by Glovo is $1.2 billion. The app is available in different countries, including Spain, France, Argentina, Brazil, Costa Rica, Turkey, Egypt, Panama, Italy, and Chile. The app picks up and delivers anything within just minutes. It has the most downloads when it comes to the online delivery genre, with over 30 million installs.

    Top Features of the Glovo App:

    • Search Bar: Allows iPhone users to search for any product category-wise.
    • Order: Allows users to order any product with just a few simple taps on the screen.
    • Real-time GPS Tracking: Allows users to track the delivery man’s whereabouts.
    • Payment Gateway Integration: Allows users to make a secure payment of the ordered product directly from the app.
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    Aesthetic Editor

    Custom App Icons for iPhone

    Aesthetic Editor is used by over 3 million users for the services it offers. It allows you to customize your home screen with over 10K free icons and widgets. You can change the colors of app icons, app icon backgrounds, and home screen backgrounds. You get thousands of attractive themes and wallpapers for free. In fact, this app has been featured in the top 15 apps under the ‘Productivity’ category in the Apple App Store.

    Key Features of Aesthetic Editor:

    • Custom Icons: Over 10,000 themes, icons, and widgets to customize your iPhone’s home screen.
    • Customize Your Icons: Change or mix the colors of the theme, such as icon, icon background, and home screen background.
    • Add Icons: Add customized icons to your home screen based on your preferences of colors and themes.
    • Custom Widgets: Add battery, countdown, footsteps, calendar, clock, date, time, quotes, and weather to the home screen as a widget.
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    Bevy

    On-demand Alcohol Delivery App

    Covered by The Huffington Post, International Business Times, and TechCrunch, Bevy is an on-demand alcohol delivery iOS application that allows users to order spirits, beer, wine, snacks, beverages, and other premium alcohol products across London. This on-demand alcohol delivery solution delivers any alcohol, beverages, and snacks in just 30 to 45 minutes to the doorstep of users.

    Key Features of the Bevy Application:

    • Product Catalog: View a range of alcohol, beverages, and other products like mixers and snacks.
    • Order: Order in just a few seconds by clicking on any alcohol or snack item.
    • Real-time Tracking: Track the product using the GPS tracking feature.
    • Maps: Check the driver’s real-time location and time to reach.
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    Nuzhah

    An App like Airbnb to Book Chalets, Villas, Resorts

    This Airbnb-like app is for hotel booking. It comes in two variants – Nuzhah for guests and Nuzhah for hosts. Guests can view, book, and check availability in chalets, restaurants, hotels, resorts, and even camps for their holidays. Hosts, on the other hand, can submit their property to be listed as luxurious chalets, hotels, and resorts. Guests can choose to take a VR tour of the hotel property. They will experience the atmosphere virtually before choosing a chalet.

    Key Features of Nuzhah App:

    • List Hotels: The hosts can list their properties as open for bookings.
    • 360 Degree VR Tour: Guests can take a VR tour and verify all the details of a property.
    • Search Filter: Filter with parameters like price range, client type, ratings, facilities, amenities, rooms & beds.

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Our Expertise in iOS App Development

  • Machine learning (ML)

  • Augmented Reality (AR)

  • AI Solutions

  • Dark Mode

  • Siri

  • Memoji

  • Real-time Tracking

  • Multilinguality

  • Multi-Currency View

  • Currency Converter

  • Work Offline Functionality

  • Payment Gateway Integration

  • QR/Barcode Scanner Integration

  • Motion Sensors

  • Face Detection

  • Live Streaming

  • Photo Editing

  • Video Editing

  • Voice Search

  • Push Notifications

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  • Platform
  • Libraries
  • Architectures
  • Database

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Our Custom iOS App Development Process

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Analysis of Requirements

  • Get to know your requirements
  • Understand your challenges
  • Proposing a solution

02

App Development Strategies

  • Make business strategies
  • Frame strategies based on needs
  • Get your feedback

03

Wireframing & Designing

  • Blueprint structure
  • Wireframing each screen
  • Designing the app

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Development

  • Coding the iOS app
  • Layout main sections
  • Get your feedback

05

Testing

  • Testing the app
  • 100% bug-free
  • Get final approval from you

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Deployment

  • Deploy to App Stores
  • Deploy to your server
  • App available for users

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  • They were highly recommended to me by my mentor and I am so glad that I chose to work with them.

    This was the first app I’ve ever developed and they been extremely helpful every step of the way, answering questions, writing recommendations, and tips. If you’re looking for a high-quality app, definitely go with Space-O technologies.

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  • We were all quite demanding in terms of quality, but Space-O has managed to go beyond, to fulfill our expectations.

    When we started 2 years ago, the main struggle was to find the right developing team, because the problem was we were all quite demanding in terms of quality. And, this showed that we were able to develop some successful apps. But, this would not have been possible without Space-O.

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The Space-O team were great to work with. Every part of the process went as per the agreed schedule, and the finished prototype met, and in most cases, exceeded my expectations. While Space-O wasn’t the most price competitive of the quotes I received, the quality of their work, professionalism, and product, was well worth the additional cost. Highly recommend, and will continue to use their services for future projects.

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Philip

United Kingdom

They performed in all aspects excellently. They have given well-appreciated discounts at various stages of the project and also with suggestions that saved cost. When it comes to delivering, they were always ahead of time. We don’t know how they do that but that’s very impressive. Their agility and customer support is on a different level, well appreciated.

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Ashton Asherian

USA

Space-O Technologies showed genuine interest in the project. The efficient team delivered quality results at a cost-effective price. We wanted to develop a minimum viable product that would be ready for scalability. It was a great experience working with them. We are so happy that we had the chance to meet Space-O. We love their work. Their project management and structure were amazing. The team loved what they were doing. There was passion behind every single piece of work.

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FAQs

What are iOS app development services? ›

iOS app development services include UX and UI design, implementation, QA, and integration of applications for iPhones and iPads. ScienceSoft has been providing iOS app development services for the past 15 years and gained wealth of expertise across multiple industries.

Which iOS app development company is the best for hiring? ›

Prismetric is a top iOS app development services provider in India providing various hiring models to hire iOS developers at affordable price.

How much does it cost to develop an app on iOS? ›

1. iOS App Size
Type of AppAverage iOS App Development TimeAverage iOS App Development Cost
Small App Development Cost1 – 2 Month$5,000 – $10,000
Medium App Development Cost2 – 6 months$10,000 – $50,000
Enterprise App Development Cost6 months +$50,000+
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What services do app developers provide? ›

Mobile App Development Services
  • Business, needs and requirements analysis.
  • User Experience (UX) testing.
  • Wire-framing and custom design architecture.
  • Project management and a professional development process.
  • Cross-platform mobile development and extensive integration expertise.
  • Rigorous quality assurance (QA) testing.

What is an iOS service and what does it include? ›

Apple iOS is a proprietary mobile operating system that runs on mobile devices such as the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. Apple iOS is based on the Mac OS X operating system for desktop and laptop computers. The iOS developer kit provides tools that allow for iOS app development.

How do I become an iOS developer? ›

How to become an iOS Developer in six steps:
  1. Learn iOS development fundamentals.
  2. Enroll in an iOS development course.
  3. Get familiar with key programming languages.
  4. Create your own projects to develop your iOS development skills.
  5. Continue to expand your soft skills.
  6. Build an iOS development portfolio to showcase your work.

What is a hybrid App? ›

A (hybrid app) is a software application that combines elements of both native apps and web applications. Hybrid apps are essentially web apps that have been put in a native app shell.

What is iOS interface? ›

Interface. The iOS user interface is based upon direct manipulation, using multi-touch gestures such as swipe, tap, pinch, and reverse pinch. Interface control elements include sliders, switches, and buttons.

What are the best specifically Android app development companies? ›

Below is our extensive list of the leading Android app developers.
...
Hire the Best Android App Developers
  • TekRevol. Digital Transformation Company. ...
  • Orangesoft. ...
  • intent. ...
  • December Labs. ...
  • Vincit. ...
  • KNA 360. ...
  • Halcyon Mobile. ...
  • Onix-Systems.

Can anyone make an iPhone app? ›

Yes, you can run your own apps on your phone. You need a paid iPhone developer account though.

How much does it cost to put an app in the App Store? ›

Apple Developer account

In order to create an iOS app and publish it on the App Store, you are required to register as an Apple Developer . This account cost $99 and must be renewed yearly.

How much does it cost to make an app in 2022? ›

The cost of mobile app development in 2022 depends on several factors like the type of app, development platforms, the location of the developer, the complexity of a mobile app, app features, etc. On average, it cost you between $5,000 to $1,00,000.

WHAT IS services in mobile application development? ›

A Service is an application component that can perform long-running operations in the background. It does not provide a user interface.

What are software development services? ›

Software development services is a complicated process to design an application or software in order to meet a particular business or personal objective, goal or process. This process consists of various stages: Planning, Analysis, Product Design, Development & Implementation, Testing, Maintenance.

What are the services in mobile app? ›

Generally, our mobile app development services include:
  • Custom iOS and Android app development.
  • Progressive Web App development and Cross-platform development.
  • UI/UX design services.
  • Mobile app porting.
  • Consulting and prototyping.
  • Automated QA services.
  • Power management, notification & geofencing services.

How many iOS developers are there? ›

iOS developers. As of 2020, there were 5,9 million Android developers and 2,8 million iOS developers in the world.

Who can be an Apple developer? ›

About the Apple Developer Program

You must be 18 years or older to join. Individuals or sole proprietors/single-person businesses. Apps are listed under the developer's personal name. Organizations.

What is the average salary of an iOS developer? ›

IOS Developer salary in India ranges between ₹ 2.0 Lakhs to ₹ 13.0 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹ 5.0 Lakhs.

Is iOS development difficult? ›

It is considered easier than Android development. Some people expect unrealistic goals to be disappointed, eventually giving up on iOS development. If you are patient with the learning process and set the right goal, iOS development is not complex. It is even considered easier than Android development.

Is iOS developer in demand? ›

iOS Developers are in High Demand

This means that businesses are always looking for talented iOS developers who can help them create cutting-edge apps. If you become an iOS developer, you can rest assured knowing that you will always have a job waiting for you.

What is firebase app? ›

Firebase provides detailed documentation and cross-platform SDKs to help you build and ship apps on Android, iOS, the web, C++, and Unity.

Is Netflix a hybrid app? ›

Thus, it is no wonder that some of the most well-known apps go for hybrid development as opposed to native or web apps. Examples of companies that decided on hybrid app vs native are Amazon, Evernote, and Netflix.

What are app categories? ›

Different Categories of Applications
  • Gaming Apps. This is the most popular category of apps housing more than 24% apps in the App store. ...
  • Business Apps. These apps are called as productivity apps and are second most demanded app among users. ...
  • Educational Apps. ...
  • Lifestyle Apps. ...
  • 5. Entertainment Apps. ...
  • Utility Apps. ...
  • Travel Apps.
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Which UI framework does Apple use? ›

There's basically one major Swift framework right now: the Swift standard library. What web technology does Apple use? JQUERY. JQUERY UI.

What is the Apple UI called? ›

Aqua is the graphical user interface, design language and visual theme of Apple's macOS operating system.

What is difference iOS and iPhone? ›

Difference between iOS and Android:
S.No.IOS
3.when IOS was released its first version is iPhone OS 1 before named IOS.
4.It was launched in 2007.
5.Its target system types are smartphones, music players, and tablet computers.
6.It is specially designed for Apple iphones and ipads.
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Who is the most successful mobile app development company today? ›

TCS is one of the most well-known IT companies in India and is placed among the most valuable IT services brands worldwide. The company offers mobile apps, Internet of Things, Blockchain, Cloud Solutions, Enterprise Apps, Automation and AI, and many more.

Which country has the best app developers? ›

The overall score shows that the first three positions are taken by Chinese, Russian and Polish programmers and developers who all score very near to the maximum 100 points. These nations were followed by Swiss and Hungarian developers whom turn out to be very close to the podium.

How do I develop my first iPhone app? ›

Creating Your First IOS App
  1. Step 1: Get Xcode. If you already have Xcode, you can skip this step. ...
  2. Step 2: Open Xcode & Set Up the Project. Open Xcode. ...
  3. Step 3: Write the Code. ...
  4. Step 4: Connect the UI. ...
  5. Step 5: Run the App. ...
  6. Step 6: Have Some Fun by Adding Things Programmatically. ...
  7. 2 People Made This Project!
  8. 71 Comments.

Is Xcode for free? ›

Unfortunately you'll have to pay for this piece of software and at the time of this writing, a license costs about half the price of a brand new Mac Mini which is perfectly suitable for iOS app development.

How do I create an Apple app? ›

How do you develop an app for iPhone?
  1. Open Appy Pie App builder and click on “Create your app”
  2. Enter the name of your business and click on Next to continue.
  3. Select the category of your choice.
  4. Finalize color scheme for your app.
  5. Choose iPhone device for testing your app.
  6. Customize app design and click on Save and Continue.
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How do free apps make money? ›

Free apps are monetized through various means, including advertising, in-app purchases, sponsorship, and affiliate marketing.

How much does Apple charge developers for apps? ›

App commissions beyond dating

It's important to note that most developers don't pay a 30% commission. The company sliced commissions to 15% for developers who generate less than $1 million in sales in 2021 — and developers who don't charge for their apps/services pay no commission at all.

Can I publish my app for free? ›

Publishing apps on Google Play is free. But you need to pay one-time fee of $25 for creating Developer's account. After that you can publish any number of Android apps without charges.

How many hours does it take to develop an app? ›

Designing a simple app can take you several weeks, while a complex one requires months. Subsequently, back-end and front-end development, and testing. The average time to build apps like Uber is about 1100 hours, while apps like Calm can take 880 hours.

How much do app developers earn? ›

As per information presented on Payscale, the average salary for an Android Developer in India is ₹3,76,000 per year (₹508.68 per hour). App developer salary in India can range from ₹154k to ₹991k.

Is it difficult to create an app? ›

Launching a successful app is highly difficult, and it certainly isn't for the easily shaken. Although many app ideas will fail on their journey to success, a few will survive. Yes, you can be a part of that few. The key is to know what it takes to build an app startup and prepare yourself for the journey.

Who do you hire to develop an app? ›

An application development team usually consists of 5-7 professionals like the Quality Assurance Engineer, Project Manager, iOS and/or Android mobile app developers, backend (server-side) developer, and the UX/UI Designer to cover all areas needed to develop a great application.

Who can I hire to make an app? ›

Use sites like Upwork, Toptal, Freelancer, Fiverr, etc. to find and hire a freelance programmer to build an app. All of them have certain rating system, past works and reviews of projects by developers.

How much do freelancers charge for an app? ›

Apps designed and built by small freelance teams cost anywhere between $10,000 and $20,000* Apps designed and built by smaller digital agencies can run anywhere from $70,000 to $100,000*. Apps designed and built by major development agencies can cost you between $100,000 to $500,000*

How much does it cost to create an app? ›

Many factors influence the price, depending on the complexity of the app development, at 40$ per hour, the average cost will be: Simple App Development Cost – $40,000 to $60,000. Average App Development Cost – $60,000 to $150,000. Complex App Development Cost – from $300,000.

How much should I pay an app developer? ›

How much does it cost to hire a mobile app developer?
Type of Mobile DeveloperAverage Hourly Rate
Basic/Intermediate iOS Developer$45-75+
Basic/Intermediate Android Developer$35-60+
XAMARIN Developer$20-50+
PhoneGap Developer$16-55+

Can I pay someone to create an app? ›

Can you hire someone to create an app? Yes, you can hire freelance mobile app developers to build your app or hire a mobile app development agency. When hiring someone to build your app, know your requirements, focus on essential features, and interview several freelancers and agencies before making your hire.

How much does it cost to hire a mobile app developer in 2022? ›

To give you a rough estimate of the average hiring cost for an app developer in 2022: Android developer: $25-$85+ per hour. iOS developer: $45-$75 per hour. React Native developer: $25-$70 per hour.

How many hours does it take to develop an app? ›

Designing a simple app can take you several weeks, while a complex one requires months. Subsequently, back-end and front-end development, and testing. The average time to build apps like Uber is about 1100 hours, while apps like Calm can take 880 hours.

Do you have to patent an app idea? ›

It depends. Getting a patent is a long, expensive process. If your app is not likely to make enough money, or if it will have a short lifespan, a patent is not needed. However, if your app has a high commercial value, you should consider a patent.

How do I patent an app idea? ›

How to Protect an App Idea
  1. Step 1: Form an LLC. Your first step to protect your app idea is to make your company official. ...
  2. Step 2: Own the Copyright. An idea is just that – an idea. ...
  3. Step 3: Use Non-Disclosure Agreements. It takes a team to develop your app. ...
  4. Register the Trademark. ...
  5. Step 5: Pursue Infringement Cases.
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How much do independent app developers make? ›

In the United States, mobile app developer can earn approximately $107,000 annually, with iOS and Android developers earning slightly more. On average, freelance mobile app developers will charge $61-80/hr, and the number varies depending on background, location, and the requirements of your mobile app.

How much an app developer earn as a freelancer? ›

Freelance App Developer Salary

Freelance Android developers can expect a salary of $119k/year. Android salaries may skew a little higher, but there's no huge disparity. Codementor reports that freelance mobile app developers as a whole make $61-80/hour.

How much do dev shops charge? ›

Summary
Consultancy TypeConsultancy Size (employees)Hourly Rate
Big Business Class100 - 1,000$220 - $330
Mid-Market Class25 - 100$110 - $220
Small Class5 - 10$82 - $137
Freelance Developers1$27 - $330
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How do free apps make money? ›

Free apps are monetized through various means, including advertising, in-app purchases, sponsorship, and affiliate marketing.

How many developers are needed to make an app? ›

So at a minimum, any project to create a successful mobile app really needs from 4 to 10 people on the team. For example, we had to allocate 6 developers, one Project Manager, and one Account Manager to help Adventure Aide with their product launch and growth.

How much should I charge for a mobile app? ›

How Much Does It Cost to Create an App Worldwide?
Type of appTime to developCost
Simple3-6 months$70,000-$100,000
Medium6-10 months$120,000-$170,000
Complex10+ months$200,000-$250,000+

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