Kotlin & Jetpack Compose
Declarative UI on Google's current stack — less boilerplate, fewer places for bugs to hide.
Android · Kotlin · Jetpack
Android App Development
Android runs on more phones than anything else on earth — and that's exactly what makes it tricky. A budget handset on a patchy signal is a very different test than a flagship on office wifi.
KotlinGoogle's recommended Android language since 2019
97%of active devices covered by our minimum API target
Real devicesPhysical handset testing, not just the emulator
Our approach
How we think about Android
We build in Kotlin with Jetpack Compose and Material Design, then test on real handsets across a spread of screen sizes, OS versions and price points. The emulator tells you the app compiles; it doesn't tell you how it feels in someone's hand.
You get the source code, the Play Store listing sorted, and someone to call the next time Google changes the rules.
What's included
What Android Development Includes
Everything from first architecture decision to a live Play Store listing.
Material Design 3
Dynamic colour and motion that feels native because it follows the platform, not a web design.
Offline-First Storage
Room and WorkManager keep the app usable on the underground and sync when signal returns.
Device Matrix Testing
Phones and tablets, old OS and new, cheap chipsets and fast ones.
Play Store Release
Listing copy, screenshots, staged rollout and release management handled for you.
Security & Permissions
Encrypted storage, scoped permissions, and a privacy policy that matches what the app does.
Why ElayneTech
Why Businesses Pick Us for Android
The things that actually matter once the app is live.
Talk to an engineer- 01
Built for Cheap Phones Too
We profile on mid-range hardware, because that is what most of your users are holding.
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Fragmentation Handled
Different manufacturers break things in different ways. We have met most of them.
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Play Policy Experience
Data safety forms, target API deadlines and policy reviews — we know the drill.
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Battery & Data Conscious
Background work batched properly, so users do not uninstall you for draining their phone.
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You Own Everything
Source, repository and signing keys handed over. No hostage situation later.
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Still Here Next Year
Android ships a major version annually. We keep your app working through it.
Process
How We Build Android Apps
Four stages, with something you can install at the end of each sprint.
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Scope & Architecture
We agree the feature list, minimum Android version and app architecture before writing code.
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Design in Material
Screens designed to Material guidelines, prototyped so you can tap through them first.
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Build & Device Test
Two-week sprints, with an installable APK you can try on your own phone each time.
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Play Store Launch
Staged rollout, crash monitoring, then updates as Android moves on.
Proof, not promises
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FAQ
Common questions about Android
Have a different question? We reply within one business day.
Ask us anythingHow much does Android App Development cost?
It depends on scope, integrations and design complexity. After a free discovery call you get a written estimate with a price range, a timeline and the assumptions behind it.
How long does a typical Android project take?
A focused first release usually takes 8 to 14 weeks. Larger builds are delivered in phases, with something usable at the end of each phase.
Will we own the code and accounts?
Yes. Source code, repositories, store listings and credentials are handed over to you, and we sign an NDA before any details are shared.
Do you support the product after launch?
Yes. Every project includes a warranty period, and monthly support plans cover monitoring, updates, fixes and new features.
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