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“I don’t think there should be apps specific to a tablet…if someone makes an ICS app it’s going to run on phones and it’s going to run on tablets.” quote by Andy Rubin
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“I don’t think there should be apps specific to a tablet…if someone makes an ICS app it’s going to run on phones and it’s going to run on tablets.”

Andy Rubin

About This Quote

Source Interview: 2015 on Android ecosystem

Software should be platform‑agnostic; designing for one device limits flexibility and user reach.

In simple terms: Make apps work everywhere, not just one device.

Key Takeaway

Build cross‑platform solutions.

Themes

technology design usability

Mood

practical strategic

Type

technical business

When to use this quote

  • enterprise software
  • mobile app development
  • IoT devices

Key Concepts

platform independence software architecture user experience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance universal compatibility with device‑specific features?
  • What tools aid in creating truly platform‑agnostic apps?
A Different Perspective

Cross‑platform design may sacrifice optimized performance on specific hardware.

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