TikTok's got new rivals, so does WhatsApp. And the fading case of Among Us!
We crunched the numbers and rounded up the apps with the most downloads across the App Store and Google Play in December 2020.
In this teardown we'll look at Amazon Prime Video's performance and keywords in the U.S. App Store
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Elon Musk had a lot to do with this week's mobile world, and not with Tesla.
Your app or game is live. Now what? Here are ways you can kickstart your app's growth.
WhatsApp's new terms and ultimatum is leading millions to seek alternatives
Free-speech social network Parler is about to get the axe as millions are moving over.
The first week of the new year shows new peaks of downloads and revenue for apps and games.
We crunched the numbers and rounded up the games with the most downloads across the App Store and Google Play.
NBC's Peacock is the latest streaming service provider to see a spike in downloads following new content.
Get more out of every page view with these simple page optimization techniques.
The numbers behind how mobile apps, new and old, ended 2020.
Wonder Woman 1984 got a lot of people interested in HBO Max. Here are the numbers behind its success.
A deeper look into what you can App Store Optimization to look like in 2021.
It's the last Friday of 2020, and we're looking at a few apps that enjoyed a healthy year
It's getting hard to look back on 2020, which is what we do in this issue.
2020 was a big year for games on the App Store and Google Play. Here are the winners.
Ariel sat down with Daniel Jalkut to talk about getting more downloads as an indie app dev.
We collected our top 5 lessons and takeaways from the second season of ASO Teardowns.
We're getting that end of year feeling...
We crunched the numbers and rounded up the apps with the most downloads across the App Store and Google Play.
A look at the numbers behind Taco Bell's rewards program.
In this teardown we'll look at Chess.com's performance and keywords on Google Play
Top apps in November, Slack, Shop, the NBA, and Hulu made it into this week's recap.
We crunched the numbers and here are the top apps and games in the App Store and Google Play.
In this teardown we'll look at Todoist's performance and keywords in the U.S. App Store
Apple's giving away money! In other news, crypto buyers flock to their pockets.
Bitcoin has hit a three-year high and guess what's everyone using to buy it?
The numbers behind the App Store Small Business Program
In this teardown we'll look at Pandora's performance and keywords in the U.S. App Store
A look at the numbers behind fresh IPOs from three mobile-first companies shows it's not just about growth.
Ariel explains how competitor intelligence can be used to speed up keyword research in this live ASO teardown session.
In this teardown we'll look at Pluto TV's performance and keywords in the U.S. App Store
Everyone's talking about (and some on) Parler and how politics took over mobile.
Parler is getting a lot of attention again. So much it's become the #1 app across the App Store and Google Play!
In this teardown we'll look at Shazam's performance and keywords in the U.S. App Store
We don't know who won the presidential elections just yet, but we do know who's winning on mobile.
In this teardown we'll look at PicsArt's performance and keywords in the U.S. App Store
We recap the most downloaded games in October, and look at how news impacts apps
Have a great idea for an app or game? Learn how to make sure it'll work by following these simple steps.
Snapchat's growing strong even in the age of TikTok, so are HBO Max and Call of Duty.
In this teardown we'll look at Homesnap's performance and keywords in the U.S. App Store
Social media is playing an even bigger role in this presidential race.
Ariel explains his App Teardown process and performs three live teardowns
In this teardown we'll look at Slotomania's performance and keywords in the U.S. App Store
Lockdown swings, politics, and IPOs can't match games on mobile.
The Mobile Download Index has been on a slow but steady decline lately, indicating things are normalizing.
Grow your downloads and revenue faster and without costly errors by benchmarking and learning from your competitors. Here are 7 ways to do that quickly.
In this teardown we'll be examining the keyword and on-page ASO of Color Widget on the App Store
Apple's unannounced release of iOS14 gives some apps an unimaginable boost
In this teardown we'll be examining the keyword and on-page ASO of Walmart on the App Store
It's been a while since a true indie game rose to the top of the charts, but Among Us! isn't letting go.
Ariel explains his App Teardown process and performs three live teardowns
In this teardown we'll be examining the keyword and on-page ASO of Quibi
Controversy isn't the only driver of downloads this week. Twitch, WFH, and Schools are.
A deep dive into keyword optimization and on-page ASO for Jigsaw Puzzle
A look at the numbers behind this week's tech IPOs, Instagram's TikTok-like IGTV, and more.
Ratings play an important role in getting more downloads. Learn how to grow your ratings fast.
A look at the numbers behind the summer's biggest tech IPO week.
App Store Optimization isn't just for apps. In this guide you'll learn everything you need to know about ASO.
We're continuing to see the economic impact of the un-lockdown. And Epic...
App Store Optimization isn't mobile SEO. Here's what you need to know about ASO and SEO to grow downloads.
Epic's latest stunt means Fortnite is now losing thousands of dollars every hour.
Subscriptions offer a lucrative business model which relies on data. Here are the KPIs you must to track.
TikTok's coin collection is multiplying while competitor byte sees some love
Everything you need to know to convert views into downloads by optimizing your screenshots
Last week it was baseball. This week it's basketball that steals the show.
In this special edition teardown we're looking at the most common takeaways.
Video continues to unite people, and so does baseball.
In this teardown we'll be examining the keyword and on-page ASO of Fitness Coach
TikTok's residency continues while new(ish) streamer Peacock TV takes flight
In this teardown we'll be examining the keyword and on-page ASO of FotMob
Politics play into app downloads, and the impact is obvious this week.
In this teardown we'll be examining the keyword and on-page ASO of Google Maps
It's China against the world, again. While in the U.S. people are traveling.
Ariel sits down with Joe Cieplinski to recap WWDC and its impact on app businesses
In this teardown we'll be examining the keyword and on-page ASO of Grubhub
Twitter's new twin has gained excitement, momentum, and some serious endorsements
Can HEY take on Gmail and Outlook? Is Trump what's keeping Twitter afloat? That and more in this issue.
In this teardown we'll be examining the keyword and on-page ASO of Shop by Shopify
Disney+ hits $100M, Trump takes on the App Store, casinos games are printing money, and more
Casino game revenue is up 53% during the lockdown, but this game isn't just about totals
In this ASO teardown we'll be examining the keyword and on-page strategy of Ultimate Guitar
Twitter, Zynn (again), Brave, and more.
No-fee Robinhood is enabling mere mortals to take their chances in the stock market
In this ASO teardown we'll be examining the keyword and on-page strategy of News Break
Widespread protests have taken center stage, changing trends in the app store
A sigh of relief for Airbnb in its journey to recovery
Nationwide protests are driving massive downloads for Police Scanners and News Apps
In this ASO teardowns we'll be examining the keyword and on-page strategy of streaming service Hulu
PUBG, Zynn, Twitch, HBO, and... TikTok
The once gamer-focused platform is now used by everyone, which means more downloads and more revenue!
Just when TikTok thought everything was going well...
In this ASO teardowns we'll be examining the keyword and on-page strategy of Lose It!
Getting back to business (almost) as usual, which means IP right violations for game developers
Let's find out just how many downloads does it take to tick Ubisoft off
Using app downloads to estimate unit sales for the Oculus Quest sales
In this ASO teardowns we'll be examining the keyword and on-page strategy of Duolingo
Being able to leave the house is reversing some lockdown trends slowly, but not all.
A look into how Walmart's mobile strategy is chipping at Amazon's competitive advantage
In this ASO teardowns we'll be examining the keyword and on-page strategy of Uber Eats
The US economy is reopening, and the impact can already be seen in app downloads across a multitude of categories
In the age of social-distancing demand for alternative modes of transportation is growing.
A strategic move by Shopify propels their new shopping assistant to the top of the charts
Countries re-opening has a direct impact on app downloads
In this ASO teardowns we'll be examining the keyword and on-page strategy of popular music streaming service Spotify
What does China's "new normal" look like? Facebook puts up a fight, the USPS is in demand.
TikTok continues to break records with quarterly downloads reaching an all-new high.
How do you determine if the effort you've put into your keyword strategy and ASO are working out? This guide will show you what to measure and how.
Fortnite's Epic walks back its decision to bypass Google Play, Apple expands its App Store, and more.
Both e-books and audiobooks surge during the pandemic, but one pulls ahead
After months of fighting with Google, Epic gives up fight and puts Fortnite on Google Play
Video conferencing is the future, according to Verizon
Learn how to analyze your competitors' keywords in order to improve your App Store Optimization
Life continues amid the global lockdown, and the market is adjusting to this new reality.
Is streaming alone less fun than streaming together? Airtime says yes a million times.
Quibi's launch brings together premium content with short-form video streaming
Increase in online shopping pushes growth of package tracker in the US.
Instacart grows by a factor of 10 during the lockdown
COVID-19 and the lockdown its necessitating continue to push app consumption ot new extremes.
Streaming providers race to grab attention during the lockdown.
The numbers behind the rollout of Disney+ in Europe.
Exaggerated trends are continuing to be the norm on the App Store and Google Play
A free alternative to Zoom is taking off all around the world
Burger King is getting more downloads than McDonald's
Positive trends, sharing economy, and how people party
As restaurants close for safety many are relying on the gig-economy for grocery shopping
New aggregation services are growing at a faster pace than traditional media
The impact of COVID-19 on sharing-economy apps is mind-blowing.
Zoom hits new all-time highs, Peloton tops fitness apps, and an ASO hack.
The biggest trends in App Store downloads we're seeing in Italy right now
Working from home is resulting in millions of downloads for business apps.
ASO not working as expected? You're probably making some of these common mistakes.
Fighting churn is as essential to your success as getting new users. Here's how you can do that.
Learning from your competitors is a great way to advance your app and win over new users.
Learning from your competitors is a great way to advance your app and win over new users.
Unlock more characters to use for keywords. Here's how to do it and what to do with it.
Learn how A/B testing can help you get more downloads by improving your app store conversion rate.
Looking for more downloads? Follow these easy and free ways to get your app in front of more people quickly.
Continue to improve your app store optimization by keeping up with the latest trends.
Use this techniques to find hundreds of keywords to rank for quickly, and boost your ASO overnight.
Getting more downloads with keyword optimization means being able to spot the top performing keywords and ignore the rest.
Follow these tips to increase your chances of getting featured on Google Play.
Increase your chances of getting featured on the App Store by following these tips.
Learn how a few simple changes to your app's name can increase your visibility and gain more downloads.
Follow our ASO checklist to make sure your app is optimized for the App Store and Google Play.
A tool to automatically optimize your App Store Connect keyword list and increase your chances of getting found on the App Store for more keywords.
7 Simple tricks you can use to get more keywords into your App Store Connect keywords field
ASO consultant Peter from Mobtimizers joins us to discuss App Store Optimization strategies and shares his framework for success as well as tips and tricks.
Learn how to turn the results of your traditional App Store Optimization efforts into real downloads by improving your download conversion.
Traditional ASO, which focuses on keywords, can help get your app noticed but views don't mean downloads. In this video we share 5 tips to get more downloads.
Engaging with users is essential to the success of any app. Here are 13 tips to always keep in mind.
Tips to help you leverage insights to get more app publishers to install your SDK.
Much of China’s massive workforce has been grounded since the novel coronavirus hit the country, forcing companies across the country to shut down temporarily.
TikTok's in the news, and downloads are flying up and to the right!
There's a new sheriff in team messaging town, and it's giving Slack a run for its VC money
Many developers, large and small, woke up last week to a very sad reality, where their apps were stripped of thousands of app ratings.
Ariel and special guest Joe Cieplinski discuss the highlights from WWDC and what the future holds for app development.
Getting featured on Google Play is something every Android developer would like to experience, but it isn’t something you can just ask for or pay for.
FaceApp has been in the news a lot this week. The seemingly magical AI face morphing app went viral earlier this week, resulting in a meteoric rise in Top App charts.
SnapChat's new investment in filters seems to be paying off. Big time!
Apple has been pushing ARKit as the future. Here's a lok at who's using it so far in 2019.
Did you know the IRS has a mobile app? Here's a look at it's performence this tax season.
A look under the hood of many Microsoft apps shows they're moving to React Native
This app went viral overnight. Here's how they did it.
A look under the hood of Apple-owned Shazam shows it's getting rid of 3rd party SDKs. Here are all the SDKs that got the axe.
Payment processors are squaring off on mobile. Here are the winners (and losers).
App Store bug strips popular apps of their hard-earned ratings. Here's everyone that was affected.
Apple just revealed the top apps of the year. Here's why these were chosen.
Mac App Store bug kicks 20%+ of apps out of the store. Here's how big this issue is.
Banks are competing over your attention, now through your pocket. Here are the winners and losers.
Music streaming apps are growing. Here's what the landscape looks like.
We all know Amazon is a power-house. But just how hard is it to compete with Amazon? Find out in this report.
Microsoft is actually kicking ass with their mobile browser. Here are the numbers to prove it.
Amazon went all-in this Prime Day with ads on and off the store, and it worked. Here's the data behind their success.
Apple's App Store shrank for the first time. See this and other app and mobile SDK trends in our latest annual report.
In this episode of developer stories we talked to Christian Perez, an indie designer, about his journey
Changing your business model isn't an easy decision. Max tells us about building Ulysses and going subscriptions.
Take advantage of these tips to get more exposure and more downloads through the updated App Store in iOS11
Litha saw a problem, designed an app to solve it, built it, and then promoted reaching the top charts — all by himself.
We analyzed the latest Mobile Connectivity Index from the GSMA and here are seven insights you need to know about.
Award winning game Blackbox creator tells us about design decisions and crafting fun (but challenging) experiences.
In our latest annual report we dive into app development trends, store growth, and the technologies powering apps.