Latest News From Essential Designs and around the tech world

What is a Progressive Web App (PWA)?

A Progressive Web App, or PWA, is a responsive web application that uses the modern look and feel of mobile apps on websites to deliver an app-like experience to users. At Essential Designs we are experts in creating web applications, as well as native mobile apps. Contact us today for a quote!

How Much Does it Cost to Build an App?

App cost can range wildly in complexity, development hours and ultimately, the price. Find out how we start the process of estimating your app project..

Impulse Prevention for Online Shoppers

Impulse Prevention for Online Shoppers: If you’re like me, you’ll want to check out Icebox, from the site Finder.com, which promises to help with impulse purchases by making the user — *dramatic pause*— think about their purchase. Check out the rest of our tech trends blog!

Welcome to the Future: Progressive Web Apps

Progressive Web Apps: The Future of the Internet! Check out our blog for more tech news from your Vancouver Mobile App Developers.

Android OS Adoption Rates are at a Low

Today we’re going to take a look at Google’s distribution numbers to date. Google releases these numbers every month to help us keep an eye on where the Android world is moving.

TEDxVancouver: Distortion 2017 Re-Cap

TEDxVancouver Distortion 2017 Re-Cap: In a city that is both a paradise and affordable, where technology collides with nature, and luxury lives blocks from extreme poverty [...] Check out more tech news on our blog!

TEDxSFU 2017 hosted in Vancouver

TEDxSFU 2017: That’s right, except this time the event is being independently organized and curated by Simon Fraser University students, alumni, and faculty. Check out our blog for more on the latest Vancouver tech news!

Responsive Design Mobile & Web Application Programmers

Anytime you are thinking of taking on a new project for your business it is important to consider whether or not the application or software is "responsive". Responsive design allows users to access and browse your app or its content regardless of the type of device or screen that is being used when browsing.

NHS now lets you talk to a doctor through a video call

The NHS has teamed up with Babylon Health, a healthcare provider which enables users to have appointments through video calls or text, through its app. Anyone who is already registered with the NHS will be able to talk to a doctor within two hours.