A downloadable framework that brings the web to your desktop and mobile without being tied to the internet or browser.
What is it?
Adobe Air aka Adobe Integrated Runtime is a cross-platform runtime environment which was developed by Adobe Systems for building RIA’s (Rich Internet Applications) using Adobe Flash, Adobe Flex, HTML, and Ajax. They can all run as desktop applications so you can have your favorite applications with you all the time. The latest AIR includes new features for desktop, television and mobile applications with mobile support for Android 2.2+, BlackBerry Tablet OS and iOS 4+ operating systems which brings new graphic implementation and better performance capabilities.
Adobe AIR has seamless integration with other Adobe products such as Flex, using LaunchPad a pre-built project can be imported directly into Adobe Flash® Builder™. Adobe AIR applications support native integration, including clipboard and drag-and-drop support, local file IO, system notification, and more. From conducting business transactions to managing music, Adobe AIR delivers applications that are easier, more powerful, and more fun to use.
Strengths
- Seamless integration with other Adobe products
- Supports native integration
- Easy conversion of existing HTML or Flex apps
