Android Developers - Media is the official Google platform for building media applications on Android, offering powerful APIs like Jetpack Media3 for playback and Transformer for video editing. It differentiates by providing a unified architecture that simplifies complex media operations across Android's diverse device ecosystem, including multi-device and large-screen support. The platform is maintained by Google and integrates deeply with Android's capabilities, enabling developers to create rich audio and visual experiences with features like HDR, slow-motion, and custom effects.
Core guidance for developing apps on Android, including releases, training, device ecosystem, and modern development patterns.
Official blog for Android and Google Play news, product announcements, tutorials, and best practices.
APIs and services that help developers build secure, reliable Android experiences and integrate features such as location, authentication, and more.
Google’s official IDE and toolkit for building, debugging, and shipping Android apps.
Google Play announced more billing flexibility, lower fees, and new partner programs, with some changes starting June 30, 2026 in the United States, EEA, and UK.
