App developers in North America prefer to build for Apple’s iOS — that’s where the money is

But the story is quite different in other parts of the world. According to a new report from market analysis and strategy firm VisionMobile, Android is strongest with app makers in the developing world.

The survey included more than 1,500 developers from all around the globe and found the lower price of Android handsets makes them more attractive.

Most of the growth in smartphones is going to come from the developing world, where penetration is still very small. If Android can solidify early gains in these regions, it could remain the dominant platform worldwide.

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