Applications

Experian’s PriceGrabber has launched a mobile application to tap into the local daily deal space.

Caesars Palace is increasing its mobile footprint with a commerce-enabled iPad application that lets users book hotel rooms.

In preparation for the upcoming tax season, Jackson Hewitt Tax service has introduced its first mobile application to put tax-related information in customers’ hands.

Walmart has acquired mobile app developer Small Society in a move that signals both the growing importance of mobile applications in the retail space and retailers’ desire to control as much of the mobile experience as possible.

IOS and Android device owners downloaded 1.2 billion mobile applications between Christmas and New Year’s Eve, pointing to continued upside potential for app developers.

New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport parking facility SmartPark JFK has rolled out a mobile Web application that lets consumers place parking reservations via their smartphone.

Pizza chain Papa John’s is cementing its position in the mobile commerce arena with a new Android application that lets pizza lovers order their favorite meals on the go.

Retailer American Eagle Outfitters has rolled out an iPhone application that lets fashion-savvy consumers shop the latest looks and get exclusive deals via their mobile device.

Food Kingdom is letting consumers order takeout and book a table no matter where they are via a new mobile application.

Doughnuts franchise Krispy Kreme is letting users track down the nearest location to find their favorite breakfast sweets via a new mobile application.