Today Adobe released a new version of Flash Builder and Flex, both of which are compatible with Apple's iDevices. By adding support for iOS, Adobe will allow application developers to create their projects using Adobe's programs and export them in a format accepted by the App Store. Version 4.5 of the two programs was released and besides iOS it is compatible with the BlackBerry OS platform and with Android OS it was compatible for some time.
Developers now have a single platform for building highly expressive mobile applications that can be distributed via the Android Market, Apple App Store and BlackBerry App World. Offered standalone or as part of Creative Suite 5.5 Web Premium and Master Collection, Flash Builder 4.5 enables the creation of applications that work seamlessly across leading mobile device platforms.
"The reaction from developers to the new mobile capabilities in Flash Builder 4.5 and the Flex 4.5 framework has been absolutely fantastic," said Ed Rowe, vice president of developer tooling, Adobe. "They are amazed by how easy it is to create great mobile apps for Android devices, BlackBerry PlayBook, iPhone and iPad. Companies can now effectively reach their customers no matter what type of device they have."
The 4.5 versions of the 2 applications will be included in the Creative Suite 5.5 Web Premium and Master Collection packages, but Flash Builder Standard can be purchased separately for $249 and Premium for $699. You can see a demonstration of how the new programs work in the clip below (I'm sorry, but I couldn't put it on YouTube.)
