@@ -5,13 +5,15 @@ previousUrl: '/docs/appflow/cookbook/private_npm_modules'
 
 # Ionic DevApp
 
-The Ionic DevApp is a free app that makes it easy to run your Ionic app directly on your iOS or Android device.
+The Ionic DevApp is a free app that makes it easy to run your Ionic app directly on your iOS or Android device. **Built for use with Cordova applications only.**
 
 Skip dealing with frustrating Native SDK installation issues, just run `ionic serve --devapp`, open the DevApp, connect to the same network, and the app will automatically load
 and run your app.
 
 The DevApp comes with many native plugins built right in, so you don't need to worry about installing plugins.
 
+> NOTE: Ionic DevApp is no longer actively maintained. We recommend using the native tooling provided by each platform ([iOS](/docs/building/ios), [Android](/docs/building/android)) alongside [Capacitor](https://capacitor.ionicframework.com) for the best experience.
+
 ## Download the DevApp
 
 The DevApp is available on iOS and Android.
 
@@ -26,7 +26,8 @@ In an app’s logic, whenever it is needed to make a native API call, it is reco
 
 ```typescript
 this.platform.ready().then(() => {
-  if (this.platform.is('cordova')) {
+  // 'hybrid' detects both Cordova and Capacitor
+  if (this.platform.is('hybrid')) {
     // make your native API calls
   } else {
     // fallback to browser APIs
 
@@ -9,37 +9,15 @@ nextUrl: '/docs/building/ios'
 
 There are many different options to test native functionality depending on your target platforms and needs.
 
-* Implement [Platform Detection](/docs/building/cross-platform) for the native functionality and test with `ionic serve`
+* Run locally in a web browser (using [Platform Detection](/docs/building/cross-platform) for native functionality)
 * [Deploy to iOS](/docs/building/ios)
 * [Deploy to Android](/docs/building/android)
-* Deploy to iOS & Android instantly using [Ionic DevApp](/docs/building/running#ionic-devapp)
 
-This article will focus on Ionic DevApp, as it includes the ability to test native functionality on a device.
+## Run Locally in a Web Browser
 
-## Ionic DevApp
+One of the most powerful features of Ionic is that the majority of your app development can happen right in a browser on your desktop. With full access to traditional web development tools (Chrome/Safari/Firefox dev tools), you can write code then test/debug it quickly without having to recompile or deploy to a simulator or device.
 
-Ionic DevApp extends the capabilities of Ionic Framework, making it easy to test apps directly on devices. DevApp offers a realtime view of changes as they're being made, with a rich library of pre-installed native plugins to test native features of the app.
-
-There's no need to install complicated Native SDKs - all it takes is one simple command, `ionic serve`, and apps running anywhere DevApp is installed will be immediately available to preview, with LiveReload to refresh changes as soon as they're made.
-
-### Getting started
-
-First, download the Ionic DevApp. It is available in the iOS App Store as well as Google Play
-
-<a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ionic-devapp/id1233447133?ls=1&amp;mt=8" target="_blank">
-  <img style="width: 160px" src="/docs/assets/img/appstore.png" id="appstore-image">
-</a>
-<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.ionic.devapp&amp;hl=en" target="_blank">
-  <img style="width: 160px" alt="Get it on Google Play" src="/docs/assets/img/playstore.png" id="playstore-image">
-</a>
-
-With DevApp installed, sign up or login to an Ionic Account.
-
-> DevApp is a free service that comes with every Ionic Account.
-
-## Serving the App
-
-Make sure the device running DevApp and the computer are on the same network, then run `ionic serve` from the command line in the project's directory.
+To do so, run `ionic serve` from the command line in the project's directory:
 
 <command-line>
     <command-prompt>ionic serve</command-prompt>
@@ -54,8 +32,6 @@ Make sure the device running DevApp and the computer are on the same network, th
         <br />
         &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;External: <span class="bold">http://192.168.1.169:8100</span>
         <br />
-        &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;DevApp: <span class="bold">StarTrack-ng@8100</span> on <span class="bold">ionic-home-router.network</span>
-        <br />
         <br />
         &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class="yellow">Use Ctrl+C to quit this process</span>
         <br />
@@ -64,10 +40,7 @@ Make sure the device running DevApp and the computer are on the same network, th
     </command-output>
 </command-line>
 
-With `ionic serve` running, open DevApp and select the app from the currently running app list.
-
-![dev app with running app](/docs/assets/img/guides/running/dev-app-preview.png)
-
-Now if the app calls any native functionality, DevApp can handle this and actually return the correct native implementation.
+With `ionic serve` running, continue developing your app. As you save changes, the app reloads with those changes applied.
 
-DevApp has a select list of plugin it supports, so check out the [DevApp docs](https://ionicframework.com/docs/pro/devapp/) for a complete list.
+When implementing native functionality, use [Platform Detection](/docs/building/cross-platform).
+When you're ready to test on a real device, see here for [iOS](/docs/building/ios) and [Android](/docs/building/android).