App development for media, magazines & publishers

Hybrid Heroes develops mobile app solutions for media and publishing houses: Digitize your content for the mobile age!

Tailor-made apps for news, subscription management and digitization.

Our comprehensive service portfolio is tailored to make the transition into the mobile age easier for media and publishing houses. Whether it's news apps that deliver up-to-date information in real time directly to your readers' pockets, exclusive publishing offers enriched by intuitive app functions or the comprehensive digitization of your existing media - we accompany you through the entire process. Our team of experts will translate your vision into user-friendly and innovative app solutions that not only meet today's digital requirements, but are also forward-looking in terms of design and functionality.

Partners who trust us

rbb24

Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg

The Berlin-Brandenburg news app scores a 4.6-star rating on the App Store, making it one of Germany's top news apps.

Media

Good News

GOOD Impact Foundation

The daily dose of optimism. Development of the news app with a feel-good character.

Media

Facharzt Training

Springer Medizin Verlag

Interactive access to specialised medical knowledge. The Specialist Training App optimally prepares future specialists for their exams.

E-Learning

Popular features of media and publishing apps

Connection to the editorial system

Seamless integration with your content management system enables content to be updated automatically. Ensure that your app always reflects the latest status without any manual effort.

Extensive audio and video functions

Offer your users multimedia content in the best quality. Our apps support high-resolution audio and video to bring your stories to life.

Push Notifications

The latest news and important updates land directly on your users' screens. With targeted notifications, you always remain in the consciousness of your target group.

Accessibility

Our apps are designed to enable a high level of accessibility. The focus is on an inclusive user experience.

Interactive widgets

Enhance your content with interactive elements such as surveys, quizzes or slideshows to increase engagement.

Authentication

Secure login and personalized user experience thanks to reliable authentication methods.

Search and categories

We support you in the conception of content on demand and implement intelligent search and filter options.

Offline mode

No Internet? No problem! Your users can download content and enjoy it offline - anytime, anywhere.

Tablet layout

Offer your target group the best experience for every platform and device category.

In App Purchase

We support the integration of in-app purchases and paywall into the mobile user experience.

Consulting

We help you create digital innovations and support you in conception and strategy.

Business Model

Roadmap

Digitalisation

Validation

Design

We create qualitative user interfaces with intuitive user experience according to the highest design standards.

Development

We develop the right mobile app, web app or Windows app for your business case: reliable, performant and scalable.

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FAQ – App development for media, magazines & publishers

If you still have questions, you will find the most important answers summarized here.

What is a media or publishing app?

A media and publishing app enables publishers to publish and manage content such as news, articles and videos digitally.

What advantages does an app offer for publishers?

Among other things, it offers an extended reach, better options for collecting user data, the ability to update content immediately, interactive functions and the ability to manage subscriptions.

What does it cost to develop a media or publishing app?

The costs vary depending on the complexity and specific requirements.

How long does it take to develop a media or publishing app?

The development time can take several months, depending on the range of functions.

For which platforms can Hybrid Heroes develop media or publishing apps?

We develop apps for iOS, Android, web and of course cross-platform.

Does Hybrid Heroes offer maintenance and app support?

Yes, we offer continuous maintenance and support.

What content can be integrated into the media or publishing app?

News, articles, videos, podcasts and interactive content such as surveys or quizzes, and of course functions to manage subscribers and registered users.

Can existing editorial systems be integrated?

Yes, seamless integration into existing systems is possible.

What are push notifications?

Push notifications inform users in real time about new content and updates to an app.

Can push functions be integrated into a media or publishing app?

Yes, the integration of a push feature is possible.

Is offline access to app content possible?

The app can be configured to download content for later offline reading.

We look forward to your project!

Would you like to open up new digital worlds with your company or organization? Send us a message or give us a call! We will get back to you within a few hours.