Android Peripherals and Accessories
Using a suite of standard protocols, you can implement compelling peripherals and other
accessories that extend Android capabilities in a wide range of Android-powered devices.
Audio accessories
Android supports local on-device audio and remote off-device audio
over a wired 3.5 mm headset jack, USB connection, or Bluetooth.
Manufacturers should see the headset
specifications, while users can learn how to record and play
back audio using USB host mode.
» Audio Accessories
Custom accessories
What do you want to connect to your Android device? Alarm clock?
Keyboard? Thermostat? Robot? Learn how to connect existing equipment or
your own unique hardware to Android using the Android Open Accessory
(AOA) protocol.
» Custom Accessories
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Last updated 2020-09-01 UTC.
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