Google Cloud Messaging (Gcm): A Light Weight Communication Mechanism Between Client and Server on Android Platform

Abstract

In This Paper, We Examine the push Messaging Service Google Cloud Messaging (Gcm) for AndroidPlatform. Android Platform Traditionally Keep Data Synchronization Between Android Device AndServer-Side Using Method of Pulling. Each Android Device has to Poll Server for Updated Data, WhichLeads to Unnecessary Network Traffic and Wastage of Mobile Phone Battery. In Order to Overcome ThisWeakness, Data Pushing Service, Gcm Was Introduced. Push, Describes a Style of Internet-BasedCommunication Where the Request for a Given Transaction Is Initiated By The Publisher or CentralServer. Push Messaging is a Multi-Channel Mobile Cloud Communications Platform that Unifies PushNotifications, Sms and Instant Messaging. Gcm Service Allows Sending Data From The App Engine orOther Backhands to Android Powered Device. GCM is Lightweight Push Notification Based ServiceNotifying Android Application About New Data to be Fetched from the Server or Messaging Containing4kb of Payload Data. Gcm Manages All Aspects Messages Queuing and Delivery of Message to TargetAndroid Application Running on Target Device.