Apple’s iOS App Accelerator in Bengaluru Now Open for Business

Apple will host various developer sessions to get the centre kicking.

Apple focuses on iOS for the Indian market. (Photo: iStock)

Apple Inc on Friday announced the opening of 'App Accelerator' in Bengaluru, an initiative that will provide support to Indian developers and enable them to transform the design and performance of their apps on its mobile operating system iOS.

iOS is the foundation for iPhone and iPad, and the App Accelerator in Bengaluru will provide specialised support for developers, including tools and best practices to hone their skills and transform the design, quality and performance of their apps on the iOS platform.

Apple statement

The App Accelerator in Bengaluru, which is the home of India's start-up scene, will inspire the next generation of Indian developers, the company said.

Each week, Apple experts will lead briefings and provide one-on-one app reviews for developers

Apple statement

The company added that the facility will also provide support and guidance on Swift – Apple's programming language created to build apps for iOS, Apple TV and Apple Watch.

It will feature Apple technology evangelists who will provide specialised briefings for over 500 developers every week. They will also offer detailed app analysis feedback for developers as they work to enhance their apps, the statement added.