How Apple continues to beat Google in this numbers game

NEW DELHI: When it comes to apps, Apple has always been a step or two ahead of its biggest rival – Google. Be it controlling the quality of apps or privacy on the App Store, the Cupertino-based tech giant seems to have Google’s number. And when it comes to numbers, then Apple clearly is way ahead of Google. As per latest data from app research firm Sensor Tower, on the Apple App Store, the top 100 apps earned a revenue of $83 million in the first quarter of the year.
Apple had 65% more revenue than Google which earned $51 million from its top 100 apps on Play Store during the same time. Interestingly, Android enjoys a commanding market share overall in terms of smartphones over Apple. It is estimated that 85% of the smartphone market is dominated by Android devices. Yet, it’s the apps on App Store that end up making more money.