iOS developers noted to make more profit from app sales than Google makes from its mobile business

Adhering to Google’s third-quarter earnings report in the previous week, David Barnard, founder of App Cubby, established an intriguing observation on his company’s blog, Google declared a run rate of $2.5 billion for its cellular ad revenue based on third-quarter earnings, up from $1 billion a year previously.

While that feat is extraordinary, Barnard stated that Apple paid developers about $500 million between July 7th and October 4th for a run rate of $2 billion. Adding to that the money third-party ad networks like Milennial Media and Admob pay out to iOS developers over the course of a year, and “the iOS developer run rate is likely higher, maybe even significantly higher, than Google’s mobile run rate.” This means that developers who figure and retail their apps for Apple’s iOS platform will, on a whole, make lots more money over the next year than Google will earn from its complete mobile business.

Source: BGR

LTE equipment being installed in Apple stores, a sign of things to come ?

Engadget reports that LTE equipment has been installed in one of the biggest Apple Stores by AT&T. This news comes hot on the heels of a report that an LTE enabled iPhone is undergoing carrier testing.

The equipment is compatible with the AWS and 700Mhz bands which AT&T will be using on completing the T-Mobile acquisition. Staffing has also been increased by up to 30 percent in a large number of stores. While it doesn’t directly point to an LTE iPhone , the timing does sound rather coincidental. Would you expect the next generation iPhone to come with LTE ?

[Via- Engadget]

Download Facebook Messenger App for iOS and Android

Facebook has just released an official messaging application for iOS and Android devices which lets you instantly send and received Facebook messages using the standalone app. The Facebook Messenger is available Free over at iTunes App store and Android market. Grab it now and share you views below!

Facebook Messenger is a faster way to message. Reach friends right on their phones, get and send messages fast, message everyone at once and more.

      

Top Features:

• Message friends, groups of friends or anyone in your mobile contacts
• Map your location, find your friends and make plans on the go
• Get mobile notifications so you never miss a message
• Include photos so friends can see what you’re doing

Download Facebook Messenger: iOS App | Android App

Update: The app is currently available in U.S. only both for iOS and Android. However, I managed to get hold of the Apk file for Android. So, you can install it in any region. :)

- Download Facebook Messenger for Android .APK File (Direct download link)