We have already seen the emergence of NativeScript 6.0. The NativeScript 6.0 version is considered to be the last milestone of the developers towards creating Webpack as a high-end citizen and deliver a breathtaking development experience. This is an opinion by the developers of Progress and Community.

It has been one and a half years since they have been trying to concentrate on achieving this goal. It is just now that they have been successful in launching 6.0 version with features and functionalities that have the power to transform the future of cross-platform app development industry.   

In the forthcoming sections of this write-up, we have focused on the exciting features of NativeScript 6.0 that can prove to be a blessing in disguise for the React Native app development company. We promise after reading this piece of content; you will be in excellent condition to take advantage of native mobile app development services to transform your online business.   

Let’s now divert our attention to the newly integrated Native Script framework features. 

Compatible with Angular 8 and its Rendering Engine, Ivy

NativeScript 6.0 integrates support for Angular 8 and its rendering engine, Ivy. It assists in providing features like lower compilation time, higher app performance, and better file creations.

Acumen to Develop an App Employing Vue.js Framework 

Apart from Angular 8, even NativeScript 6.0 is also entertaining the idea of providing comprehensive support for Vue.js. In this version, you will see the introduction of an alternative to utilize new functionalities of the Vue.js framework along with better employment of plugins developed for NativeScript.

Introduction of Dark Theme

NativeScript 6.0 is also planning to launch a new dark theme that will have the same features as the dark mode of iOS 13. It will, in turn, assist the users in getting a native look and feel.

Release of Much-Anticipated Hot Module Replacement

The Progress developers team has already released a hot module replacement in NativeScript 6.0. It will have various options like support for Angular projects out of the box, support for SASS files, acknowledgment of file operations, and script changes in the Vue.js framework.

Alternative to Embrace Android X

Similar to Flutter, NativeScript has also integrated support for Android X in the development environment. In simple words, this means that now NativeScript developers will be able to employ the state-of-the-art features of Android versions when they are released.

This is a piece of excellent news for NativeScript developers. It even makes us believe that it is planning to enter the competition, which is currently confined by Flutter and React Native.

Unlimited Support for Font Icons

Font icons are a great way for web and mobile app developers to get rid of their concerns related to managing assets, resource images, different sizes, and more. This option is already there in NativeScript 5.0 version. However, in NativeScript 6.0, the company has gone one step ahead by providing unlimited support for font icons that will have a visually stunning experience for the users.

Introduction of New Flexible Layouts

There are new flexible layouts like TabView which have been introduced in NativeScript 6.0. With the help of TabView, it is possible to make the process of designing intricate layouts effortless and secure. There is also an announcement that NativeScript 6.0 will have “markingMode:none” as a default option to develop a new mobile application. This will have a significant impact on enhancing the speed for creating Android builds by 30%. It will also lessen the startup time for iOS by 10%.

Now that we have looked at the features of NativeScript 6.0, it is time to look at its impact on cross-platform developers. 

Shorter Development Cycle

With the help of NativeScript 6.0 features, it would become effortless for developers to reuse approximately 70% of their development code on mobile, web, and PWA development. In turn, this will provide a significant boost to the development cycle pace, thereby reducing the time required to develop a mobile app.

Increases the User Experience

Since NativeScript 6.0 provides new flexible layouts and comprehensive integration with WebPack framework, it is possible to get the best performance, scalability options, and file size no matter which architecture is selected. This will assist mobility experts in providing high-quality and engaging user experience to their target audience and gain better ROI.

Reduces the App Cost

Usually, the cost of a mobile application is contingent upon the time and effort invested in the process. NativeScript 6.0 assists in reducing the app cost by providing the option of code reusability.

Final Thoughts

These are some of the exciting features of NativeScript 6.0. Progress mobility experts have suggested that with time, NativeScript 6.0 will bring out a significant transformation in the lives of cross-platform mobile app developers.