To get started with development, all that is required is the Android SDK. This enables a wide variety of applications that can be based either on adopted specifications from the Bluetooth SIG or on custom profiles tailored to the application. Similar to CoreBluetooth in iOS, the Android 4.3 Bluetooth low energy API allows for connections with Bluetooth Smart devices via GATT (Generic Attribute Profile). The good news is that once the API is downloaded much of what developers have done with iOS support can be leveraged to quickly get up and running on Android 4.3. For existing iOS device and apps developers it is an opportunity to expand their market by also offering Android support. For Android lovers, it is an opportunity to develop new Bluetooth Smart devices and apps and get them into the hands of consumers quickly. Plus there are 70 million Android tablet activations expected by the end of this year-a huge opportunity for Bluetooth Smart growth. According to Google, more smartphones and tablets use “Jelly Bean” than any other Android version. Like most in the Bluetooth low energy market, I was excited to see that Google announced Bluetooth Smart support as part of the Android 4.3 “Jelly Bean” update today.
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