View all newsletters
Receive our newsletter - data, insights and analysis delivered to you
  1. Technology
  2. Software
October 21, 2011

Google unveils new mobile search formats

Click to Download format link consumers directly to the App Store or Android Marketplace

By CBR Staff Writer

Search engine company Google has introduced new mobile search ad formats.

The company said that information in search ads are actually answers and on mobile devices that help users choose the best deal. The ads connect people and businesses in new, useful and relevant ways, said Google.

Google Mobile Ads senior product manager Surojit Chatterjee has revealed some new details about the ways many different businesses are benefiting from mobile advertising.

Chatterjee said, "We’re bringing the worlds of search and apps together with mobile advertising in a few ways."

Among the new features are search ads in mobile apps. Google has introduced Custom Search Ads for mobile apps that give people the ability to search for information, such as an app that lets you search for a restaurant nearby. Custom Search Ads will also help app developers earn more money to fund their apps and grow their businesses on mobile, said Google.

The Click to Download format helps consumers when they are searching for information about an app, linking them directly to the App Store or Android Marketplace to download.

Mobile App Extensions, Local search ads, Click to Call, Hyperlocal search ads, Proximity as a factor in mobile search ads ranking, and Circulars are some other new formats.

Content from our partners
Unlocking growth through hybrid cloud: 5 key takeaways
How businesses can safeguard themselves on the cyber frontline
How hackers’ tactics are evolving in an increasingly complex landscape

Chatterjee said, "The exciting thing for mobile users and businesses is that the possibilities for mobile search advertising are nearly endless. We’re looking forward to helping businesses and consumers alike take advantage of this brave new (mobile) world."

Websites in our network
Select and enter your corporate email address Tech Monitor's research, insight and analysis examines the frontiers of digital transformation to help tech leaders navigate the future. Our Changelog newsletter delivers our best work to your inbox every week.
  • CIO
  • CTO
  • CISO
  • CSO
  • CFO
  • CDO
  • CEO
  • Architect Founder
  • MD
  • Director
  • Manager
  • Other
Visit our privacy policy for more information about our services, how New Statesman Media Group may use, process and share your personal data, including information on your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.
THANK YOU