Getting Started
- Learn about Android
- Download the SDK
- Join the community. Participate in our discussion group through email or the web.
The Android Developer Challenge will award $10 million to developers who build great apps for Android. Learn more!
Featured Videos
Sergey Brin and Steve Horowitz discuss the availability of the SDK, that it will be open source in the future, and demo some applications.
Three part overview of the Android architecture and APIs |
First look at building an Android Application |
The Open Handset Alliance, a group of more than 30 technology and mobile companies, is developing Android: the first complete, open, and free mobile platform. To help developers get started developing new applications, we're offering an early look at the Android Software Development Kit.
OpenAndroid allows you to access core mobile device functionality through standard API calls. |
All applications are equalAndroid does not differentiate between the phone's basic and third-party applications -- even the dialer or home screen can be replaced. |
Breaking down boundariesCombine information from the web with data on the phone -- such as contacts or geographic location -- to create new user experiences. |
Fast & easy developmentThe SDK contains what you need to build and run Android applications, including a true device emulator and advanced debugging tools. |