Forming an idea; Collating the Tools

Once you have overcome the basics and now understand some of the jargon used in relation to iPhone app creation, coming up with the idea or concept is the second step. This step can seem easy and simple yet you must think about whether your concept is solid and whether it actually has any use.

Good Apps

• Does your app solve a problem or make life easier for the user? This is a key question and being able to answer "Yes!" is an indicator that your app may be successful. Having an app that solves a problem or an issue really helps in terms marketing because you are then able to focus on this advantage, plus it makes your app more likely to sell.

• Does the app cater for certain niche market? Having an app that is unique benefits you greatly because it's different and people love to discover new, interesting apps.

• Is the app interactive? Successful games and apps make people interact more whether that's clicking something, moving the screen or speaking into the iPhone. Attracting people by making them become more emotionally involved helps too and having an app that does this makes them play for longer.

• Is the app amusing or fun? Having an app that is fun and simple is sometimes the best combination. Important Rule: Fun apps = More popularity. 

If you believe that your idea/concept covers the points mentioned above then you may be onto a winner!


Tools you require

• An iPhone/iPad
• A Mac computer/notebook with the Mac OS (Note: the latest release is currently the 10.6.4)
• Access to the Apple iPhone Developer Program 
• Access to the iPhone SDK (you are required to download this software)
• At least basic knowledge of programming (Objective C, Cocoa etc) 

Recommended Link: iPhone Programming Course