January 2021 Summaries

PubNub has announced the General Availability of its Kotlin SDK, responding to the increasing demand for more robust support for Android development using Kotlin, which is favored for its improvements in security, usability, and application size over Java. The new SDK allows developers to implement the full range of PubNub's functionalities, such as Files and App Context features, directly in Kotlin, facilitating the creation of secure and efficient Android applications without relying on legacy Java libraries. This release is particularly advantageous for applications where performance, security, and sharing are crucial, as it supports seamless real-time multimedia file sharing, enhancing communication in telemedicine, social spaces, and collaborative applications. The Kotlin SDK also comes with a comprehensive getting-started guide, helping teams quickly leverage Kotlin's capabilities alongside PubNub's features to develop lightweight, performant apps with reduced risk of errors. The release underscores PubNub's commitment to empowering modern Android development and accelerating app deployment, allowing developers to focus on expanding their applications with new features.

Inna Karmolit, a product manager at Stipop, highlights the company's white-label sticker API solution, which enhances in-app chat experiences by providing access to a vast library of over 250,000 stickers for effective and emotive communication. The integration with PubNub allows developers to integrate this extensive sticker library, which includes features like a fast search function, user preference tracking, and access to top-performing sticker content based on global data. Stipop's stickers, localized in 25 languages and frequently updated with new additions, cater to various industries and devices, offering opportunities for user engagement and potential revenue generation through a customizable sticker store. Additionally, Stipop provides camera and profile stickers, with detailed resources available in their API documentation for easy integration.