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The information contained in this section applies to IBM WebSphere Commerce Version 7.0.0.9 and Feautre Pack 8. The documentation also applies to all subsequent releases and modifications until otherwise indicated in new editions.
Samples
Starter stores
A fully functional sample online store, provided in store archive format with WebSphere Commerce. Starter stores are samples designed to be used as a base from which a customized online store can be created. Starter stores are translated into several languages and support multiple Web browsers and platforms. Starter stores are fully accessible, with the exception of the Madisons mobile starter store. Accessibility guidelines for mobile devices are not well defined or well established.
Mobile starter stores
WebSphere Commerce provides optimized starter stores for mobile devices such as smart phones containing Web browsers. Mobile starter stores demonstrate best practices in mobile store development with WebSphere Commerce, and can act as a base for implementing mobile storefronts.
Smart phone and tablet starter stores
Smart phone and tablet starter stores provide rich storefronts for several mobile devices and platforms. They can be viewed on mobile devices using the mobile web, or deployed as native or hybrid applications.
Mobile Web starter stores
Mobile Web starter stores are accessed using a smart phone or tablet device's Web browser. They provide a feature-rich, multiplatform deployment option that is supported on a large number of mobile devices that use WebKit mobile Web browsers. Advantages of using mobile Web starter stores include easy storefront updates, consistent user experiences across devices, built-in Web browser support, all without requiring deployment approval processes.
Location-based flows
The location-based flows include the store pages that are used by shoppers with GPS-enabled mobile devices, and can receive location-based content and rewards using location-based services. For example, shoppers can check in to nearby store locations to receive rewards such as coupons, or view store flyers for nearby store locations.

Mobile Web starter stores location-based flows

The location-based flows include the store pages that are used by shoppers with GPS-enabled mobile devices, and can receive location-based content and rewards using location-based services. For example, shoppers can check in to nearby store locations to receive rewards such as coupons, or view store flyers for nearby store locations.