While Research In Motion's first tablet device, the BlackBerry PlayBook may not be ready for the prime time quite yet, that's not stopping the company from releasing the things developers will need to get a head start on creating new and interesting things for the tablet by the time it does launch, in early 2011. RIM has just announced the immediate availability for the Software Developer Kit (SDK), as well as simulators for the PlayBook. What's better, though, is that RIM has released the tools necessary for developers not only on PCs, but also Macs.
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Ford unveils mobile app dev kit for Sync compatibility
One of the coolest and most useful options that can be had on most Ford vehicles is Sync. The Sync system offers hands free integration with mobile phones and other controls of the car like the entertainment systems and the AC system among others using Bluetooth and the driver's voice.
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Qualcomm Augmented Reality SDK for Android released
Qualcomm's augmented reality photo frames were perhaps the most memorable demo from the company's IQ 2010 event last month, and as promised they're releasing the necessary SDK for developers to do something similar themselves. The Qualcomm Augmented Reality SDK for Android uses vision rather than GPS to anchor on-screen graphics to real-world objects, as with the company's Rock 'Em Sock 'Em robots game.
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RIM launch BBM app plugins, in-app Ads & payments and WebWorks dev tool
It’s day one of RIM‘s DevCon 2010 event, and while the company hasn’t announced a BlackTab tablet – at least so far – they’ve perhaps done something more important for the long-term success of the platform. The key unveils this year is the new version of BlackBerry Messenger - complete with support for third-party plug-ins – the introduction of commercial services for apps, such as in-app payments and custom ads, and the BlackBerry WebWorks platform, a web-based app creation tool
Palm’s webOS 2.0 SDK Heading to Some Developers Today
When it comes to webOS, there's many who believe that the mobile Operating System developed by Palm is far from over and done with. Despite being available on only two devices, people expect good things to come out of HP's acquisition of the company. A good sign that things are still coming down the pipe broke cover today, as Palm has officially announced that the latest version of their SDK, for webOS 2.0, has now begun to find its way to some developers out there.
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Notion Ink Adam’s SDK Teased, Called Genesis
When it comes to epic words, "Genesis" might be one of the bigger ones. Perhaps that's why Notion Ink have chosen that word to name their Software Developer Kit (SDK) that. Could be some other reason, but we like the whole "epic" idea. But, with the announcement of a price, especially in the face of all the set-backs, it's good to see Notion Ink moving forward. Especially on the software side of things. In any event, Notion Ink have sent out a mass email, to developers, to announce their new "Genesis" product.
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RIM get official on BlackBerry Torch and BlackBerry 6 Java SDK
AT&T may have scooped RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9800 reveal, but the Canadian company is now filling in the meat of the OS 6 smartphone story. We already know the quadband UMTS/HSPA smartphone is arriving on AT&T come August 12th, complete with a 3.2-inch touchscreen, slide-out QWERTY keyboard and WiFi b/g/n, but now we have full details on the BlackBerry 6 OS it'll be running, plus a new Java SDK to support the refreshed platform.
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SkypeKit SDK beta gains Windows and Mac support
Skype has updated its new SkypeKit SDK beta to support Windows and OS X systems, meaning developers for those platforms can now add background VoIP and video call functionality using the service. Launched last month but only compatible with Linux apps, the SkypeKit SDK allows for so-called "headless" Skype integration where the app itself needn't be separately installed by the user.
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SkypeKit SDK promises devs invisible Skype access for apps & hardware
Skype has announced a new SDK, SkypeKit, which will allow developers to embed VoIP and video call functionality into their applications and consumer electronics. Part of the company's push to get more devices and more people using the service, SkypeKit is described as a "headless" Skype client, "that runs invisibly, not only on PCs, but also TVs, notebooks, and other connected devices."
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Facebook Android SDK Now Available to Developers
In the beginning, Facebook didn't have a very high perception of Google's mobile Operating System. And so, as they focused on the iPhone Operating System (OS), it wasn't a surprise for anyone. But then, out of nowhere, Facebook (finally) released an official application for Android, rightly entitled: Facebook for Android. And now, as a recent update finally allows messaging support with the app, Facebook is providing full details for developers to tie their Android native applications to the Facebook platform.
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Google release Android 2.2 Froyo SDK for devs
Android developer? Itching to get your hands on the Android 2.2 Froyo SDK? Run, don't walk, to the Android Developers site (currently pretty sluggish, be warned) where you can now download the new SDK complete with APIs for all the shiny new functionality announced at Google IO today.
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iPhone HD to record 720p HD video tips OS 4.0 SDK
Apple's decision to allow developers "full access to still and video camera data" in iPhone OS 4.0 has had the unexpected side-effect of previewing what's likely to be the next-gen iPhone's video capabilities. According to MacRumors, developers have discovered mention not only of VGA resolution capture, as on the current iPhone 3GS, but of a 1280 x 720 720p HD mode as well.
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