The functionalities of mobile applications : case study: WeChat

Abstract

The objective of this thesis is to find out the functionalities of mobile application. And the purpose of this study is to make a research on WeChat’s functionalities. A native application and mobile web application are the two different types of mobile applications. When designers start to create an application, companies need to discuss which type of app is more suitable for business targets. Each has both pros and cons which influence companies’ choice. WeChat is a popular mobile application created in China by Tencent. It is a free communication tool. WeChat assist people contact their friends or customers by messaging or voicing or using video chat. WeChat has more valuable functions in contrast to other similar mobile applications. The concepts of Mobile Application Development will be introduced. And this thesis will mainly discuss one type of application-WeChat.

This thesis focuses on the functionalities of mobile application and functionalities of WeChat. Moreover, the thesis applies a qualitative research method and is based on the deductive approach. In this thesis, readers can get an in-depth understanding of the functionalities of mobile application and WeChat. Secondary sources from internet and books help support the thesis. The result of the thesis is to compare with the functionalities of different apps and finally conclude the particular functionalities that WeChat has.