Social network Facebook has launched an app destination page, called 'App Center', to enable users discover and browse through apps, available on the platform. Facebook is essentially launching its own app store, complete with detailed descriptions and paid apps. Making the announcement on its Developer Blog, the social network has asked developers to start preparing their apps for the App Center by adding information related to the app along with icons and screenshots, and permission settings, so that they're included in the App Center, as it is rolled out to users on the web, and on the iOS and Android Facebook apps, in the coming weeks. Facebook has also announced that in addition to apps that already feature in-app purchases, it will allow developers to offer paid apps, under a Beta program. Aiding discovery: The app store will certainly help developers in reaching out to more users, as it will offer a centralised place where apps would be listed in categories, unlike the prevailing situation, where apps are scattered and the user is either re-directed to one through a fan page, a website or through search. It will also reward developers who make apps that users like, and comply with Facebook's guidelines. According to Facebook, "Well-designed apps that people enjoy will be prominently displayed. Apps that receive poor user ratings or don’t meet the quality guidelines won't be listed." Of course facebook will take a call on whether to list the app or reject it, following the submission. The App Center will also…
Facebook Launches Its Own App Store; Will Also List Mobile Apps & Websites That Integrate Facebook Logins
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