5 November 2007 marked the dawn of a new progressive era for the world’s smartphone market. It was the day the Android operating system (OS) officially unveiled itself for distribution. Four years after going public, Android has gone on to become the world’s best-selling smartphone operating platform, thanks in part to the founding of the Open Handset Alliance – an outfit of 80 hardware, software and telecom companies dedicated to the advancement of open standards for mobile devices.
Downloadable in 131 countries, Android apps presently number at over 294,000 (mid-2011 figures), with an exponential growth curve predicted in the coming years. The signs are clear. App developers have finally come to grasp with Android’s growing popularity among smartphone users, and they are acting swiftly to establish themselves in what they foresee to be a major future playing field.
AMU’s profile
The AMU project was initiated by a group of like-minded individuals who saw potential amassing within Android. They were certain it was only a matter of time before its popularity would burst forth into a flood of apps as savvy developers hope to secure a slice of the Android pie – still growing at a rapid pace.
AMU’s founders have drawn up the blueprints of an interdependent structure – the AMU Ecosystem – consisting of three distinct divisions.
- AMU Community
AMU’s informative floor bearing the latest news, reviews and updates on Android developments, phone releases, price plans and applications - AMU Academy
A training institution dedicated to the cultivation of talent and skill in Android app development, offering credible certification through its personalised syllabus scheme - AMU Workplace
A base harbour for all Android app developers, providing invaluable business expertise, resources and networking opportunities for corporations to forge deals with highly qualified app developers who have met our stringent selection criteria
AMU’s Vision
To champion the widespread adoption of the Android OS platform.
AMU’s Mission
To function as the bridge between all stakeholders and partners within the Android community, fostering elements of communication, networking, collaboration, innovation and the creation of groundbreaking applications.
- Communication
Constructing interaction channels between consumers, enthusiasts, developers and businesses
- Networking and collaboration
Galvanising business partnerships and outreach initiatives
- Innovation and app creation
Engineering ideal conditions that ensure free-flowing ingenuity among developers
