An application centre has been launched by Facebook that help its members explore software available on the social network. The service will be accessible on desktop computers as well as on Android and iOS system-based phones and tablets running Facebook's own app. Facebook’s this step may increase its  revenues since it takes a 30% share of in-app purchases made using its credit system. This store will be first accessed by the Members in the US followed by UK. It has been stated by the firm that each user would have a "personalized experience" with recommendations based on what apps they and their friends used. The member ratings as well how often they were used will be the criteria for mentioning "high quality" apps.

More than 600 apps - including games such as Electronic Arts' The Sims, utilities such as video app Socialcam and social sharing services like Pinterest - have made the initial cut.

In the application centre every app has screenshots and a detailed description which gives the users to learn more about it before installing it. It helps you manage your privacy by displaying the information an app needs. And you can even choose who can see your activity on Facebook.

Source: http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-18365999