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Mental health is essentially about how people think, feel and act as they face real life situations. Our mental health decides how we cope up with stress, relate with each other and make decisions. Mental health also influences the way individuals look at themselves, their lives and those who constitute their lives. 

If physical health is important, mental health is more important at every stage of life. Moreover, both of them are intrinsically connected – because a healthy mind lives in a healthy body. Mental Health Disorders are More pronounced among young people than many realize.

Many studies show that at least 1 in 5 adolescents have a mental health disorder at some time. Yet, even less than one in five of these children receive the mental health care they need. Among youth, at least 1 out of 10 has a serious emotional issue at any given time.

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has a wise slogan, ‘No health without mental health.” Unfortunately, the stigma that so often surrounds mental health, millions of people shy away from receiving the help they desperately need and overlook this monumentally prevalent health issue. In the US, as per data from National Alliance on Mental Illness, in a normal year, almost one in five, or 18.5% of American adults experience mental illness issues. 

Some of the most common and widely reported mental illnesses include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, dementia, and eating disorders. Depression is clearly the most important cause of disability worldwide and is also the most significant contributor to the disease globally , greatly impacting people and their families emotionally, physically, socially, and also financially. Mental illness doesn’t spare anyone irrespective  of their race, age, gender, ethnicity, culture or sexual orientation.

Mental illness being so prevalent worldwide, it is crucial to recognize the early warning signs. One should look out for signs such as:

#Abnormal sleeping or eating patterns.

# Generally withdrawing from people.

# Lack of energy, and a feeling of helplessness.

#Feeling lost, confused, nervous, angry, or on the edge.

# Unable to do daily chores.

# Major mood swings, and 

thoughts of self-harm.

# Increase in drug or alcohol intake.

Why do we need a soul mate?

We often think of our life partner as the one who is also our soulmate. Alas! I wish this would have been true. In reality, a soulmate and life partner are two different things. A soulmate is someone, who has a direct connection to your soul and is there by your side forever. A soulmate not only compliments you, but also completes you and makes your life awesome  than it ever was.

The level of trust between soulmates is absolute, and just the ability to trust another person on so many levels makes life so much more beautiful and exciting. You are fortunate because you no longer have to search for that true love. You are living it every moment, every day.

We all need that one very special person who truly cares for us without having a reason, because we matter for them. This is one person who accepts us for who we are without any expectation to change us or being judgmental.

Although many matching sites claim to find your soulmate, they usually fail. However, I recently saw one ad for a new social app called Connectd India, and they promised a soulmate for a date. The idea seems interesting.

We normally assume that lifestyle diseases affect only adults. Unfortunately, this is not true because now even teenagers and young people suffer with such diseases that make their daily life quite challenging. There are many reasons for this change.

We have forgotten our earlier healthy lifestyle that put emphasis on consuming organic products, and making a balance between work and life. With technological advancements, we have become part of a rat race that promotes a more stressful social lifestyle with unhealthy eating habits and sleep cycle. We have stopped enjoying sports and outdoor activities, and our main source of entertainment is through numerous social media channels like Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, Houseparty, Connectd India and Tinder. We have become prisoners of our own creations.

Such a lifestyle has given rise to many diseases. Let’s find out which are those top 10 lifestyle disease that have become rampant in present time.

1. Obesity

Obesity has become the most common side effect of adopting the new social lifestyle that promotes excess consumption. Obesity is not only a disease in itself, but it also gives rise to many other lifestyle ailments like high blood pressure, diabetic, and heart diseases. We are quite familiar with what causes obesity, yet   we tend to ignore it. To find out whether you’re obese or not, the key factor is your BMI, and if it is higher than 25, you are in the obese category. Eating unhealthy food, stressful lifestyle, and reduced physical activities translates into obesity. It often creates other complications such as breathing issues, high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, making you a sitting duck for  lifestyle diseases.

As per National Family Health Survey, India with 155 million obese people currently ranks second and this number is increasing at an alarming rate of 33-51% every year.

2. Type II diabetes:

As mentioned in the beginning, obesity is the primary causes of Type II diabetes. It occurs in adult because of poor eating habits and consuming excess of sugar, and embracing bad lifestyle choices. India is considered as the diabetic capital of the world having 41 million type II diabetic patients. Now, even children and young adults are falling prey to this debilitating disease. As a result, the number of diabetic people is constantly on a rise, and this must be a concern for the government and medical professionals. 

3. Arteriosclerosis:

It is caused by the thickening of arterial blood vessel. Arteriosclerosis leads to

blood circulation disorders, chest pain, and often heart attacks.

It’s also directly linked to obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure, and almosst 30-40% of cardiovascular deaths happen in the age group of 34-64 in India.

4. Heart diseases:

Heart disease are bane of modern lifestyle, and now even youngsters in their 20s and 30s fall prey to heart ailments. Our lifestyle has undergone a lot of change in the last two decades. Our work has become more demanding, our diet is mostly unhealthy, and we tend to overstretch ourselves, compromising our sleep pattern. All these trigger into heart diseases which ultimately may result in heart atracks. Heart attacks have become number one reason for premature deaths. Any irregularity or abnormality such as the blockage of arteries or blood veins that affects the heart muscle and blood vessel walls can be referred to as a heart disease. Instances of  smoking, high cholesterol level, and diabetes further add to complications.

High cholesterol (LDL) level significantly contribute to its development among people.  India has dubious distinction of being a country with 50 million heart patients.

5. High blood pressure:

High blood pressure has become so common, it has reached to epidemic proportions. There are more than 100 million people in India who suffer from high blood pressure. Some very common triggers for high blood pressure are namely high stress level, obesity, genetic factors and unhealthy eating habits. The normal blood pressure level is 120/80, and if any reading goes beyond this level, the person is supposedly suffering with high blood pressure. Although by little changes, and regular medication, it can be easily managed. 

6. Cancer:

This is the most dreaded disease for quite some time. But of late, the cases of cancer have surprisingly increased. A lot of it can be attributed to our eating habits that has made us addicted to junk food and unhealthy lifestyle. In earlier time, people mostly consumed homemade food, and stayed healthy but in the last few years, we developed fondness for the western food that is packed with unsaturated fats and other harmful ingredients. The lifestyle we lead is also very stressful, which has further eroded our immunity system. This makes white blood cells weaker, and they fail to fight the viruses that enter our body. This may lead to  irregular cell growth within our body which is  known as cancer, and it can affect any human organ such as lung, brain, kidney, abdomen, spleen or skin. There could be number of causes for cancer, but prolonged smoking is considered one the main reasons for lung cancer, and an excess exposure to the sun results in skin cancer.

7. Stroke:

Another lifestyle disease that became prevalent in last two decades is stroke. It occurs in people having unusually very high blood pressure especially when the blood vessel carrying blood to the brain has a blockage. This creates deficiency of oxygen in that particular area of brain it carried blood to, which leads to brain stroke. High blood pressure, if not managed with proper medications, can lead to a life threatening situation. Stroke can also happen because of hereditary reasons.

8. Obstructive pulmonary disease:

The permanent obstruction of the airways causes Obstructive Pulmonary disease. The increase in air pollution in last couple of years has added to the problem. Also incidents of gas leaks and smoking can worsen the situation. You can imagine how widely people are afflicted with COPD by having a look at the figures. There were 4.3 million people only in India in 2014 who  suffered with COPD.

9. Lever Cirrhosis:

Cirrhosis affects one of the most vital human organs called liver. It’s  defined as a type of liver disorder caused by heavy alcohol consumption and also as a result of chronic hepatitis. In present time, it’s increasingly becoming a common lifestyle disease as consumption of alcoholic drinks is continuously on the  rise. There are various reasons for this fatal attraction. Some people find it cool to consume alcohol frequently thinking it’s part and parcel of the modern lifestyle, while some do it because of the societal pressure, and there are those who consume alcohol to cope up with their stress. 

10. Nephritis:

It affects kidneys that act as our filtration system. So, when there is swelling in the kidneys leading to disruption in the normal function, it is known as nephritis. There could be many causes for nephritis, and one of them is having an allergic reaction to a medication or the antibiotic. Besides, it can also be caused by the bacterial infections, which may enter our system after consuming foods that are usually not prepared in hygienic conditions.

Social media landscape in India is dominated by big names like Facebook, Whatsapp, Instagram, and Twitter. For example, a popular channel like Facebook has more than 300 millions users while Whatsapp has another 400 millions. Even a Chinese app TikTok had 150 million users. Besides, there are millions who are active on Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat. Unfortunately, there is not even one Indian social media platform that is even closer to these behemoths in terms of popularity and user base.

Last year, in an unprecedented move, the government of India banned as many as 59 Chinese apps including the widely popular short video app TikTok. That was kind of an opportunity window, Indian developers had been looking for since long. Some smart entrepreneurs seized this opportunity to come out with their own app that can be truly described as the beginning of home grown Indian social media platforms. Let us discuss some of the leading names that have been creating a lot of buzz.

At present, with respect to the new IT act related to the functioning of social media, the government of India has taken a very strict stand against foreign based social channels like Facebook, Whatsapp, and Twitter. Therefore, time is ripe for domestic players to rise to the occasion and show to the entire world that when it comes to developing a versatile social media app, they are second to none, and they are quite capable of creating a product of international standard without any outside support.

The one name that comes right at the top is ShareChat, a short video, and picture sharing app. It is primarily a regional language social media platform that is changing the way in which the next billion users from India will interact on the internet.

ShareChat, the Bengaluru based app has over 60 million monthly active users spread across the country. It’s currently available in 15 Indian languages including Hindi, Bengali, Punjabi, Malayalam, Gujarati, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, Odia, Kannada, Assamese, Haryanvi, Rajasthani, Bhojpuri and Urdu. In a very short period, it has become so popular that a brand as powerful as Twitter decided to come onboard when ShareChat raised $100 million of funding last year. The Indian app is silently leading a social media revolution with a strong focus on regional outreach keeping its unique identity intact. The current move of the central government against leading social media platforms that have serious privacy, cyber security and national security risks is commendable. It will be even better if they offer a helping hand to these homegrown social media channels because that will be also ideal for the growth of Indian startup ecosystem.

There is another very interesting app called Public, which is essentially a video-only social media platform. It has registered an impressive 50 million users who are creating more than one million videos every month. India has abundant talent and resources and the vacuum created by the TikTok ban is a blessing in disguise for Indian app makers to create products that have the potential to do well in the global market. Currently, Public app is available in five Indian languages: Hindi,  Gujarati, Bengali, Tamil and Telugu, and is aiming for over 100 million active users by the end of the year.

Another worth mentioning app is Roposo, which is a short-video making app. There have been more than 65 million downloads of this app in the country. Post ban on the Chinese apps, most ex TikTok users, and influencers with huge fan followings of their own, have migrated to Roposo in large numbers. According to Mayank Bhangadia, Roposo’s co-founder, it’s a clean and ethical platform. The objective of Roposo is to provide every talented Indian with an opportunity to grow rapidly.

There is another purely Indian social app called Chingari that is creating a lot of ripples among users.  It’s very similar to TikYok, the banned Chinese app. It has witnessed record number of downloads and over 2 million views per hour. The app was founded by  Biswatma Nayak and Siddharth Gautam last year and is currently trending at the top on Google Play Store, and has already been downloaded over 3 million times. The popularity of the app is attracting a lot of investors who may come on board to help scale up its operations.

Connectd India is another very exciting app which has positioned itself as an all-in-one app with features of many leading apps. The USP of this app is its unique feature of anonymous counseling service which will likely make it acceptable among youngsters.The future of home grown social media apps looks quite bright, and it will be interesting to see whether they will keep their focus primarily on the Indian users or will become truly global.

What is that one activity you find common among most age groups? The answer is quite simple. It’s the use of social media. Everybody seems so enamoured by the attraction of social media. It doesn’t matter where you go – park, playground, cinema hall, club, airport, office, school or even your own sweet home, you will hardly find anyone without a mobile in their hands. And every now and then, they would be checking their social media updates. 

According to a Pew Research Center report of 2018, around 88% of people in the 18 to 29 years age group acknowledged using social media. In the age group of 30 to 49 years, it was 78%. Although in the higher age group the percentage decreased marginally, but not too much. There were 64% people in the age group of 50 to 64 years who were frequent users of social media. Why is there so much addiction to social media? How does it affect the human brain?

The continuous flow of communication and connection that we get from social media is changing the way we think and react. We are developing habits which are good as well as harmful for our mental health. From a neurological point of view, social media has a major impact on human’s brain functions. It affects the brain in different ways that can trigger various responses. Getting a positive reaction on social media affects many parts of the brain. So, when you get likes on Facebook and Instagram, it activates the striatum and ventral tegmental regions of your brain that acknowledges rewards and appreciation. The positive feedback on social media releases dopamine receptors which are G protein regulating motor activity and neurological disorders.

There was another experiment carried out by employing the MRI test to monitor brain activity during social media use and found similar results. Researchers also analyzed teenagers’ brains and discovered that after receiving more likes on their Instagram pictures, there was increased activity experienced in their neural regions of the brain that controls the reward processing, attention, and social cognition. The heavy users of social media should be aware of the consequences of the channels they use since it’s so closely connected to their reward system. Addiction to drugs and gambling have a direct connection to the reward system of an individual’s brain. Therefore, social media users need to be watchful of their activities on their preferred channel.

Social media also affects the decision making capacity and the parts of the brain controlling the emotional processing functions. In another experiment done on adolescents, it was found that whenever they felt left out on social media, it affected the emotional and sensory processing region of their brains. This happened when they were excluded from some chat, group or events on social media.

The research still seems to be in its initial stages as to how social media use affects the average human brain. Although we are now better informed than earlier, yet a lot still needs to be learned. 

Social Media is a very important tool that affects our life in many ways. It doesn’t matter wherever you are – US, Brazil, France, Italy, Denmark, Saudi Arabia, India, China or Japan, there is a very high probability that you may have an active presence on one or the other social media channel. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Whatsapp have not only connected people around the world but also entwined their lives. It has made us aware of people from different countries having their own languages and culture. Before, social media became such a rage, we had little means to know what is happening elsewhere. Forget about what was happening in a distant country, we were not even aware of what was happening in our own country. 

Although we had newspapers, radio and television news channels, they were generally very selective about the news they wanted to share with the public. Moreover, most of these mediums were owned by corporates who were under pressure to tow the pro government stand. Once social media made an entry in people’s lives, all this changed. They soon undermined the monopoly of traditional media because of their authenticity, and the speed at which they delivered the news. It became a powerful vehicle of change in society after making people aware about the issues and problems facing them at large. 

For almost one and a half years, social media has kept us informed about the corona pandemic. It is mostly through channels like Facebook, Twitter and Whatsapp, we know what measures other countries are taking to control its spread. We also come to know about the extent of infection and the casualties caused by the virus. International organisations such as WHO, UNICEF and UN keep issuing important updates and notifications related to the pandemic, and it is again social media channels that keep us informed. Since the pandemic became more lethal and started taking a heavy toll on human lives, scientists and researchers all over the world have been busy developing an effective vaccine to control it. Social media has continuously kept us in the loop about the development process of vaccines and also about the latest mutants of coronavirus.

Social media has always raised issues of women empowerment and sexual harassment at work places. It was in Oct 2017, when Alyssa Milano, the American actor through a tweet shared about her own exploitation, and asked her followers to do the same. Her tweet soon became viral and got more than 50000 likes and 25000 retweets. That one tweet created the #MeToo movement that spread from Hollywood to Bollywood, and from power corridors of White House to the corporate meeting rooms of Mumbai. Everyday, new revelations came about how rich and powerful men from film industry, business and politics misused their position and openly indulged in sexual harassment of women who came to them for some work or favour. There were countless women who showed courage and resolve and came forward to share their ordeal in the hands of powerful men who were otherwise highly respected in the society. Nobody had any clue that these so called men of honour were actually molesters, rapists and lechers. President Trump was also named by a couple of women for his indecent and disrespectful gestures towards them in the past.

Hashtags are very important tools on social media through which you can reach a larger audience to share your stories. In recent times, issues such as #BlackLivesMatter and #WeAreHere came to the forefront only because of social media. These are type of news that mainstream media don’t find interesting, and so they deliberately avoid them. It is left to the social media where those directly impacted by issues get a chance to speak and express themselves. People also get first hand information from real victims. Sometimes, even the government and the concerned authorities come to know about the problems that people face. Based on these feedbacks, the necessary steps are taken by the officials.

Social media is also used for raising political protests in some countries. #UmbrellaRevolution and #Resist are some of the fine examples. It is also used for charity and benevolence purposes with hashtags such as #IceBucketChallenge. Besides, social media also stood for victims of terror attacks and natural disasters with popularising hashtags like #PrayForParis and #PreyForJapan.

Everyday, one or the other campaign is usually started on social media channels like Twitter and Facebook to raise awareness. Users of such platforms have realised that they can rely on the power of social media to spread their message to a larger audience that will ultimately put pressure on the government to act. This trend will likely continue in the future too because day by day the popularity of social channels is only increasing.

Moving places is an already exhausting task as it is. Whether it’s down the street or across the globe, it can be daunting nonetheless. The additional costs of moving put a further dent in your already drained-out pocket. Moving does not necessarily have to be this heavy on your budget. Hiring movers or a company to do the work for you might seem convenient, but you can get it done by keeping your budget in check. 

Ever wondered how to get free moving boxes in Dubai? Use this guide to navigate through the buzzing city of Dubai and learn how to safely transport your belongings without breaking the bank. Be smart and save big.  

Always Plan Ahead

Before you dive right into your search for moving boxes, make an estimate. Gather all your belongings and take a good look. You need to have an accurate estimate for the number and size of boxes you will need for the moving process. Having a clear idea of your requirements will help you streamline your search, and you will be able to avoid extra hassle and unnecessary expenses.  

Try Asking Around

People tend to move in and out of Dubai quite frequently. Your social circle can be a goldmine you are silently sitting on when it comes to acquiring moving boxes for free. Try reaching out to friends, family, colleagues, or neighbors who have recently moved. They are most likely to have spare boxes. After a move, people are very eager to get rid of their moving boxes. Who knows, you might score some good ones for free!  

Go Online

We are undoubtedly living in a digital age. So why not utilize social media for something other than tireless scrolling? Many Buy and Sell groups on various social media apps have people who just want to do some good. These online communities such as local Freecycle groups are full of generous individuals who would be more than happy to help their fellow citizens out.  

Try online marketplaces such as Dubizzle and Facebook Marketplace. These applications have a section labeled “free”, be sure to explore that avenue too. You can get very affordable deals and just might gain a few boxes for free.  

Visit Different Stores

Most of the stores in Dubai, be they retail stores or grocery stores, receive regular shipments. These regular shipments mean that they have a surplus of cardboard boxes. Many of these stores are willing to give away their extra boxes for free. Try visiting supermarkets, electronic stores, and pharmacies in your area and get to know about their box disposal policies. There is no need for you to be hesitant, they would most likely be happy to get their hands off the excess boxes.  

Reach Out to Recycling Centers

Dubai is a city that is committed to sustainability. This commitment shines through all the recycling centers that are scattered across the city. You can visit these centers and inquire about the availability of cardboard boxes. Chances are, they might have extra boxes that are waiting to be used. On top of saving money, you would also be contributing towards the cause of sustainability. 

Be Resourceful

When preparing for the big move, it would always help to think outside the box (literal and metaphorical). No need to limit yourself to traditional cardboard boxes. Explore other ways to pack. You can consider using soft materials like blankets, towels, clothing, and newspapers to cushion fragile items. They can also be used to fill the empty spaces inside the boxes. Making the most out of what you have goes a long way in cutting down expenses. 

Explore DIY Options

If you have that creative and money-saving touch within you, there are other alternatives for packaging too. Reusing is key. Suitcases, duffle bags, laundry baskets, and garbage bags are good alternatives to cardboard boxes for packing your belongings into. This is not the solution for the packaging of fragile items, but you can always use these tricks to pack non-breakable items. 

Conclusion

Simply put, moving is expensive. But you can streamline this process with some strategic planning and resourcefulness. Use these tips to minimize your financial burden. Finding boxes for the move does not have to leave you with a hefty amount to pay. Prioritize your peace of mind and pack smart to save big.  

Nowadays, social media platforms have become great places where users are getting to know about different products! Not only that but with a click, they are also able to purchase those products directly from social media platforms only.

This trend has paved the way for Shopify stores to enter an area of massive audience interaction, and boost sales accordingly. But how can you successfully imbibe Shopify stores with social media? You’ll need to hire a Shopify developer and Web Designing Company in India for this integration!

So, how can a Shopify developer be successful in this integration journey? Let’s explore and learn!

Why Shopify Over Other Platforms?

This is a common question that every other business owner has at the start of their entrepreneurial journey. Why does Shopify get so much leverage over other platforms?

The reasons are pretty simple-

• Shopify is synonymous with user-friendliness. You can operate it seamlessly without any technical experience.
• It has a variety of plans for businesses of all sizes- small, medium, or large. As your business grows, you can easily upgrade the plan and extend the functionalities of your online store.
• The built-in features offered by this platform eliminate the need for business owners to use separate tools. This helps save a lot of time and money!
• Shopify makes use of PCI-compliant hosting for keeping the store and customer data safe and secured. Added to that, its monthly subscription fees are competitive enough.

Owing to the massive market here in India, you have to select your tools wisely to ensure maximum profits. That’s one big reason why online businesses here tend to look for agencies offering Shopify development services.

How Shopify Devs Integrate Social Commerce Elements?

Now, let’s see why Shopify developers are referred to as ‘the unsung heroes’ behind an online store!

Excluding the coding field, which every developer has to have sound knowledge of, expert Shopify developers can help your business run seamlessly. Here’s how-

1. Mobile Optimization

Currently, a majority of internet users browsing through different social media platforms, or sites, use mobile phones to do so. Shopify developers ensure that your business’s social commerce integration is seamless even when accessed through a smartphone.

They test the integration on a variety of screen sizes and devices. This helps them identify any issues that might creep up. They also optimize the page load speed for mobile users, thereby enhancing the shopping experience of internet users significantly.

2. Analytics And Reporting

Shopify developers don’t just integrate social commerce blindly. They also have the responsibility to integrate analytical tools to keep track of the performance. They help in tracking metrics like the reach of a post, how is its engagement game, and what are the click-through-rates (CTRs).

Not only that but they also help analyze content types that are best resonating with the audience on each platform. Then, they implement their strategies accordingly for the best results and conversions.

3. Product Data Optimization

Different social media platforms have a different set of criteria when it comes to product data optimization. For instance, the character limit for product titles and descriptions is shorter on Instagram than it is on Facebook.

A web development service consisting of Shopify developers comes in handy at this point. They can successfully customize the titles, and descriptions to tally with the platform’s tonality and style.

4. Seamless Customer Experience

Do you know who’s the biggest enemy of your online customers? Obstacles that they face on site! Small glitches, poor loading speed, complex navigations, etc. are major turnoffs that might combine with other hurdles, resulting in cart abandonment or increasing bounce rate.

To keep that from happening, integrating Shopify website design becomes crucial. Developers strive to streamline the buying process, especially the “checkout” part! Along with it, they also help integrate social media platforms with secured payment gateways for a quick and one-click checkout!

Why Hire An Offshore Web Development Company?

Setting up an online store can sometimes prove to be very expensive. So, companies prefer to outsource for cost-effectiveness. This is a major factor for you to choose an offshore web development company in India.

They charge much less than what web development companies around the world, especially in the U.S. might do! So, this helps a business owner set up his entire e-commerce store at a budget range, thereby paving ways to maximize profits.

If you pick any smartphone, the chances are in eight out of ten, it will be an android powered phone. Currently, android supports hundreds of millions of mobile devices in almost over 190 countries around the world. There is no other application that supports more mobile devices than android, and It is still growing at an unbelievable pace. Every day, more than a million users switch on their Android devices for the first time and start getting connected to apps, games, and multiple digital content.

It’s an android application that gives you a platform of the highest quality for creating apps and games for mobile users everywhere. Let’s try to find out why android applications became so popular among users.

Large User Base

Android, a modified avatar of the Linux kernel is the most popular mobile operating system.  It’s primarily designed for touchscreen mobile  phones, tablets and other such devices. In the last few years, it has rapidly become the fastest-growing mobile Operating System. It’s the transparency of android that has made it the most preferred application base for consumers and developers alike, driving phenomenal growth in app consumption. Everyday, millions of apps and games are downloaded by android users from Google Play Store.

Android and its partners are busy pushing the limits of hardware and software forward to bring new features to users and developers. Developers love it because android allows them to build powerful and differentiated applications with the help of the latest mobile technologies.

Fast innovation

Android is known for innovation, and continuously keeps updating its product for a better user-friendly experience. It’s ideal for developers too since the rapid evolution of Android technology keeps them at the forefront with powerful, differentiated applications.

Android is a gateway to the latest technologies and innovations across a multitude of devices, chipset architectures, and price points. Android offers a range of innovations, starting from multicourse processing and high-performance graphics to state-of-the-art sensors, vibrant touch screens, and emerging mobile technologies.

Powerful framework

With android, you get everything you need to create best-in-class app experiences. It has just one application model that lets you enable your apps to hundreds of millions of users across a wide range of devices — from mobiles to tablets and beyond. Android App development also helps you create apps that look awesome and work in tandem with the hardware capabilities available on each device. It seamlessly adapts your UI to perform at its best on every device. At the same time, it gives you as much control as you want over your UI on different types of device.

For instance, with a single app you can optimize both phone and tablet. You can declare your UI in lightweight sets of XML resources, with one set meant for parts of the UI that are common to all form factors while the other sets for optimizations specific to phones or tablets. Eventually, android will apply the correct resource sets based on its screen size, density, locale, etc.

Open Market for your apps

Google Play is the most important marketplace for selling Android apps. Therefore, by publishing an app on Google Play, you reach the mammoth installed base of Android. Being an open marketplace, Google Play gives you complete control of how you sell and distribute your products. It’s entirely up to you – how you want to publish, whenever you want, how often you want, and which customers you want. You can virtually distribute to every market or focus on the specific segments, devices, or ranges of hardware capabilities.

You can monetize in the way that suits your business of Android Application development services — at a price or free, inbuilt with apps or subscriptions — for bringing highest engagement and revenues. You can have full control over the pricing of your apps and in-app products. Moreover, you can also set or change prices in any supported currency at any time.

Besides, helping to grow your customer base, Google Play also supports you in building visibility and engagement across your apps and brand. As your apps become more popular, Google Play gives them higher priority in their weekly “top” charts and rankings, and for the best apps promotional slots in curated collections.Google Play is an integral part of billions of Android devices around the world, and that can be a very powerful growth engine for your business.

Frequent app launches and updates

Developers are motivated by the android mobile OS to come out with new and innovative apps that target the particular segment of mobile users. Moreover, the lack of the strict copyright restrictions make it easy for the mobile app development companies to launch the apps at Google Play. The app developers only need to comply with the content and ad policy of Google. Many developers use this opportunity to upgrade their existing apps with new features to impress their old customers. The frequent launch of new apps together with updating of old apps is also one of the reasons why android apps are very popular.

Free apps

One of the benefits of having an Android OS is that it provides many free apps for the users, and that makes the android apps quite popular. It is only understandable for users to download such apps because it doesn’t cost them a penny. There are thousands of such apps in the Google Play store. Therefore, if users are happy with their performance, they will continue using them. And if there is cost involved, the users can first check out the free versions and if they are satisfied, they can always upgrade to the paid version.

Advancements in technology have further boosted the popularity of the android application. Android apps are also compatible with Windows OS with the help of  “Wine” software. Such cross compatibility of the apps make it comparatively easier for the users to access the apps they like without even considering the model of the smartphone and the Operating System.

The entertainment industry in present times is not what it used to be a decade back. Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter have changed the dynamics of entertainment. Let’s discuss how social media has changed our relations with entertainers, how they became so famous and what is their income model.

Social media has provided an ideal platform for the celebrities, actors and models who use these popular channels to post their photographs and information about their upcoming projects.The moment they post something, fans and admirers go berserk and reply back with likes and comments. They also send direct messages (DM) in the hope that the celebrity might reply, and when someone manages a reply, he/she goes to cloud nine. This is the power of social media. And this is not just limited to Hollywood, but is common around the world. You go to any part of the world, celebrities behave the same way. They want adulation, and fans give them just that. Even Bollywood stars are no exception, and Indian social media can vouch for that. 

Social media has changed the way celebrities are created. There are many influencers who are famous for the sake of being famous. They are no great achievers in any field, but social media especially Instagram is packed with their pictures, news, quotes and updates. For example, Kim Kardashian who is one of the leading influencers on social media without having any significant contribution in either films, music or modelling. You will often find her promoting either a cosmetic label, fitness product, or any other brand for which she charges thousands of dollars.

Social media has also come as a boon for such Hollywood stars who are not among the A listers. They have a huge following on social media and any top producer will love casting them in his project because their popularity will ensure the success of their ventures. Celebrities like Dwayne Johnson are not known for their acting skills, still his films are super duper hits. This is all due to their massive popularity on social media. In fact, social media itself has become the biggest reality show and everyone wants a piece of it.

Monetization of Popularity 

Social media has now become much more than just a communication platform. It’s a channel where you make money. In the past, the chartbuster singers hardly released a single album in a year, but that is not the case anymore. Now, you have YouTube, Instagram and Spotify stars who release their albums online on these channels and earn millions. And they don’t limit themselves with a single release, but are very prolific and come out with a new song every two to three months. This keeps them popular and rich at the same time. Can they ask for more? Social media has become a great medium for making money. For example, even if you have 1000 followers on Instagram, you can easily monetize that to have a regular income. There are many start-up brands that like to work with such minor celebrities since they cannot afford big stars. Many such small time influencers on social media in course of time became big names and started earning millions. The process of making a celebrity was turned on its head by social media. Now anyone with the right attitude and zeal can earn name and fame on social media.

Democratisation of Stars

Social media has demolished the idea of ‘elite class” and brought a level playing field. Now, the stars cannot guarantee the success of a project on the strength of their past achievements. Everybody – Big, small, or struggling artists have an equal chance to be successful. You don’t need to have a lot of connections to book a studio recording deal. You can release your number on the social media itself. In fact, the traditional ‘elite class’ now has a negative connotation, and is seen with contempt. Such celebrities are now considered ignorant of the real world.

Social media is particularly the most ideal platform for newcomers who are planning to make it big in the world of entertainment. Now they don’t need big production houses, endorsements, or advertisement blitzkrieg to promote themselves. They need only two things: talent, and attitude – the rest social media can take care of. In fact, to the courtesy of pandemic, whatever aura they had around them because of their stunning looks and appearance seems to have dissipated. They look so average in their homes without the support staff that made them look like Gods. In normal times, these mega stars were surrounded by a bevy of makeup artists who made them look like Greek Gods, but the pandemic has changed all that. They look as ordinary as any other person walking down the street. The aura of super stardom has vanished. This is the biggest reality check for audiences.

Social media has removed many stereotypes in the last few years. One doesn’t need to be based in a metropolitan, or a big city to become a star. Therefore, on social media, it’s not important which particular place you belong to, but what skills you possess as an artist, or how popular you are among the audience is more important. Social media has changed the way we entertain. Now, “fifteen minutes of fame” has become a reality. We don’t go to movie theatres to watch a two hour long film. We are happy watching 15 minutes of Kapil Sharma stand up comedy on the youTube or Netflix. Now, Salman Khan’s big budget ‘Radhe’ fails to bring us to the cinema halls, because we are happy watching Manoj Bajpai in “Family man” and Pankaj Tripathi in “Ludo.” We don’t buy costly albums anymore, we rather watch free streaming of songs on social media. In short, social media has completely changed  the modalities of how entertainment is provided and how we receive it. In all likelihood the trend will continue in the future, and all those associated with the entertainment world have to brace up for this new reality. Now, audiences are the real king and only they will decide what type of content to be made and how.

Artificial intelligence is an extremely powerful technology that can change the world and assist in resolving the most difficult issues facing humans. 

AI perfectly fits the graphic design sector because it uses AI-powered software and tools to streamline processes and generate ideas more quickly.

Using these AI graphic creation tools is also relatively easy. Certain AI app is easy to use and perfect for beginners who want to begin their design adventure. 

There are indeed many AI-enhanced tools available for pros and enthusiasts, with both free and paid options. Below you can see about the list of AI design tools to add in your list in 2024:

ClickUp 

ClickUp leverages artificial intelligence to provide a workflow management system. It offers several AI solutions, including resource management, workflow management, project management, and product creation. 

Artificial intelligence is produced throughout these various products to increase efficiency and let you do more.

The AI Knowledge Manager is a really useful feature that examines the content you post on the ClickUp platform. It offers appropriate replies to improve your writing, generate ideas for new articles, and quickly respond to emails and messages.

ClickUp employs AI to enhance teamwork, productivity, and the efficiency of graphic design jobs and administration. It is an alternative to AI graphic design tools like background removal or generative AI. 

Additionally, it enables the production of AI generated charts, as well as other practical analytical tools like tables, templates, and even audio transcripts. When it comes to designing work, you can use this tool or hire a professional to get the best AI/ML development services. 

Fronty

Fronty represents the potential of AI in many future sectors since it is at the center of design and development. 

It transforms image designs into code to make creating a website easier, making it one of the top AI tools for visual design. An image may expand into an entire webpage with just a few clicks.

AI graphics programs like Fronty can do more than translate sketches into code. Due to Fronty’s ability to build customized HTML, CSS, and React code, web designers and developers are more versatile. 

It is also a vital tool for web development due to its ability to drastically reduce the time required to move from concept to live site. If you need outstanding website design, you can hire skilled AI developers.

Chat GPT

OpenAI created ChatGPT, a sophisticated language model. It is designed to produce natural language responses in conversational contexts and is a member of the GPT model family. Many of you have interacted with ChatGPT through its chat interface. 

However, ChatGPT can also be integrated through an API into webpages and programs to improve user experience and employee efficiency.

It can be used as a chatbot for tasks such as new hire orientation and customer assistance. Your sales and marketing team can use it for a wide range of functions. 

It includes qualifying leads, making product recommendations to customers, and assessing customer sentiment in reviews and feedback to write text for the next campaign.

Although ChatGPT is simple to use, mastering it takes effort and time. You can become a ChatGPT Prompt Master with the help of a plethora of free internet resources. If you need unique design for your website hiring AI software development services will be the right choice.

Khroma

When it comes to color selection and uniformity, Khroma, an AI color tool, is extremely important to the design process. Khroma produces personalized color palettes based on your aesthetic tastes, so you have endless alternatives to match your style.

Khroma goes beyond a simple color tool by choosing your preferred color scheme and offering custom palettes. This guarantees uniformity in your designs and facilitates flawless color mixing. Khroma is a fantastic option if you are looking for color inspiration or trying to maintain consistency throughout your projects. 

Designs.ai 

Designs.ai is an AI app that uses AI to streamline the design process. The design process can be streamlined with AI due to a platform called Designs.ai. The team at Designs.ai wants to make the design process more accessible to everyone. Use Designs.ai to create eye-catching images, clever mockups, and personalized logos quickly and effectively.

With the advent of social media sites that feature reels, people’s attention spans are at an all-time low. For this reason, you must personalize your social media posts to leave a lasting impression on users. 

You may quickly and easily develop a whole marketing campaign using Designs.ai. You would first need to submit some basic brand information. After that, Designs.ai produces thousands of versions and provides you with design suggestions. Then you can use the intelligent editor to alter the fonts and color schemes for an attractive look.

Canva

Canva is an online graphic design suite with many AI-powered features, including image background removal and AI Magic Design suite. With the smooth operation, background removal tool can recognize the primary subject and create a distinct outline around it.

Magic Design is an AI design generator that creates marketing content by responding to text signals. Enter your desired content.

In a matter of minutes, Magic Design provided various sample designs and an AI-generated business card. The fact that you may then alter the AI-generated piece in the editor increases your creative flexibility and opens up new design possibilities.

Adobe Sensei

Adobe Sensei demonstrates how AI increases design productivity. Sensei uses AI and machine learning to automate repetitive activities and generate creative design ideas. 

The best AI graphic design program is perfectly integrated into Adobe’s design toolkit, making it a priceless tool for creatives and professional graphic designers.

Sensei helps designers be more creative by paying attention to routine activities, freeing them up to concentrate on their work. Integrated into the popular Adobe suite, Sensei creates a complete package for any designer by fusing well-known design tools with powerful AI capabilities.

Wrapping it up

AI continues to play a revolutionary role in the dynamic design field, enabling designers to push the envelope regarding efficiency and originality. 

By utilizing the AI technologies mentioned above, designers may improve their work, stay on top of trends, and explore new paths in the design field.