title: How to create REST authentication for iOS and Android mobile apps
body: <p>I am building an app with an iOS and Android version.  I want to create or implement an existing REST authentication process that can be used by both apps.  I know that I can accomplish this with a simple Get service but this would pass the password in the clear.  Is there any API that handles authentication for mobile apps?</p>
  
  <p>I don't want to use OAuth because I don't want the user to have to take the extra step of having to allow access to their data.  I want the user to seamlessly enter a user name and password and be authenticated like in most mobile apps that I have used.</p>