Challenges of Android app development 

Some key Android app development challenges are listed below:

    
   
  1. Software Fragmentation: There are many Android OS versions which developers find hard to keep up with .
when it comes to app development. It is impractical to focus only on the most recent Android version as not all 
users may have upgraded to the most recent OS.
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  2. Hardware Fragmentation: This becomes a big Android app development challenge since there are nearly 
170+ devices running the OS. Each device has different features with respect to keyboard forms, screen size,
 camera buttons, etc., making it a development nightmare.
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  3. No Software/Hardware Standardization: The huge number of devices running Android gives rise to another
 Android app development challenge–lack of software/hardware standardization across the devices. This becomes a
 nightmare for developers as each device has a different function for a different button.
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  4. Several Carriers: Android app development service providers should know that there are many carriers 
available for the Android OS, each with the freedom to modify the OS for their purposes. This only multiplies 
the fragmentation problems for developers.
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  5. Security:Unlike Apple’s strict guidelines for app development, no such governance exists for Android 
apps. As a result, many malware problems arise and software/hardware fragmentation only makes fixing the problems
 more difficult. This gives rise to tremendous amounts of security issues.
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  6. Market Research Costs: One of the biggest Android app development challenges for developers is the cost 
behind market research. Understanding the end user is key to Android app development, but can require a lot of 
research, making it costly for developers.
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  7. Patent Issues: The recent lawsuits indicate that several Android features may be declared as violation
 of patent issues. This can become a big Android app development challenge for developers.
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  8. Android Market Search Engine: One of the major Android app development challenges for developers is the
 Android marketplace. Android has more than 8 million apps on its marketplace today and getting your app visible
 amongst them is a challenge. As a result, even with a great android app developed, if you don’t pay attention to
 its promotion, you may lose out on gaining any traction.
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