"This new edition builds on the success of its predecessor, providing comprehensively expanded content. It is a holistic guide to mobile application development, assessing the applicability of new mobile applications. The author explains why the various technologies are needed and will guide the reader to a deeper understanding of their significance and benefits. This book also: Provides unique coverage of the state-of-the-art software development technologies appropriate in a wireless context; Brings together software development expertise with an understanding of wireless issues; Demonstrates how technologies fit together and may be used together to enhance functionality; Describes both strengths and weaknesses of particular technologies, short-cuts and potential pit-falls." -- Publisher description.