A Web App (capital “W,” capital “A”) is technically a web site, but it can be saved to the home screen and subsequently opened as if it were a native app.
Try out this sample iPad Web App now to see how it works >>
The example project is responsive with both portrait and landscape layouts. Rotate your device to see it in action.
This particular design is optimized for the iPad, but can also be installed on an iPhone or an Android device.
A Web App allows a publisher to bypass the app store submission and approval process, as well as the recurring developer account fee (Apple’s start at $99/year). This is great for publications that are rushed (and can’t wait for approval), or don’t comply with app store guidelines (such as internal documents or marketing materials).
in5 allows you to export an iPad, iPhone, or Android Web App with a single option. Once the content is exported and uploaded to a web server, the page automatically detects the device, and whether the user is running from the web or as a Web App.
If the user is running your site on the web (on the desired device), they’re prompted with instructions (2-clicks) to install the app to their home screen.
Once on the home screen, your site functions like an app.
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