I can’t believe that the Rightmove Android App doesn’t exist. This week I moved from an iPhone to the excellent Samsung Galaxy S2 and started filling the phone up with all the standard Apps. But why on earth haven’t Rightmove released the Android version of its great mobile app for the other 13m smartphone users in the UK?
Even a Freelance Programmer, Damon Skelhorn had a go at building one. He got to the stage where he felt he should seek permission to release the app using the data supplied from Rightmove before continuing. Unfortunately property search website Rightmove refused to give Damon permission.
Rightmove Android App Exists – Just
So what are Rightmoves plans to support the millions of Android mobiles out there in the UK?
It seems they have already made up there mind that they will cater for Android rather than design an App for the Android. Having already launched apps for iPhone and iPad, they will cover other devices with a new mobile website.
The new site is built in HTML5, and replicates the GPS and mapping features of the app, and extends Rightmove’s reach to the rest of the users in the UK.
Developer Stephen Mellish said “With the increasing reach of operating systems such as Android and the ever growing number of alternative options, mobile sites create a more inclusive way to target users. HTML5 is also allowing brands to replicate the feel of an ‘app’ through an mobile site which is increasing its appeal to marketers.”
If you are an iPhone user, then take a look at the app with its smart new QR Reader. Over a million properties in your pocket. You can also see properties for sale or rent around you using GPS functionality. But I do think they are missing a trick by not having a Rightmove Android App ! http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-to-you/iphone-application
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