iOS Build Management using Custom Build Scheme

Introduction

One of the best practices in iOS development is to be able to manage multiple environments during development of a project. Many a time we might have to jump between DEV, QA, STAGE, and Production environments. As the owner of a product, clients request to have both development version of the app and production version of the app i.e. App store released version of the app on the same device.

If you have ever faced or might face this situation, then you need a custom build scheme. Continue reading

Firebase cloud messaging in iOS

Cloud messaging or push notification is one of those “topics” that gets left out. Primarily because we are too busy beautifying the app, or working on a new feature, or we think it isn’t a big deal. Push notifications are as big a deal as any. Whether you want to re-engage your users, or deliver personalised content, or display targeted advertisements, push notification is the way to go. Continue reading

SECURITY RISKS TO iOS APPS

Introduction:
Mobile technology has come a long way in a relatively short space of time. In less than 30 years we’ve moved away from big, brick-like cellular phones and a nascent internet to a world of super-slim and powerful smartphones, tablets and convertible laptops that are able to transmit and store data, as well as hook up the internet, with a simple tap.

While these devices offer us increased internet connectivity and day-to-day convenience, they also carry considerable security risks. Continue reading