Are you still using the Eclipse ADT? We want to know why. Let us know here: https://goo.gl/XM5YbZ We want to make sure that Android Studio is improving the development process for all our Android developers.

Check out the new 7.1 features such as Launcher Shortcuts and the Commit Content API for rich media in input methods. Get the #AndroidDeveloperPreview on your supported Nexus or Pixel C devices for early access to these features, and read more about the preview at: developer.android.com

Understanding APK packaging in Android Studio 2.2

Think you’ve seen all Android Studio 2.2 features? We have even more surprises under the hood! The new packager and signer now supports Android APK v2 signatures, produces smaller APK files and makes development faster. If you’re doing any APK post-processing (such as recompression), you should read the blog to understand what the new packaging changes for you and how to make sure you don’t invalidate the new signature.

Read more: https://goo.gl/i94Qh8

Look out for our bi-annual Google Play Developer Sentiment Survey, coming soon

Google Play ran its first Developer Sentiment Survey in July this year, and heard feedback from over 4,000 developers across 15 countries. This bi-annual survey gathers feedback across areas including: develop, grow, engage, earn (pricing and payment models), and also developer support.

In November, you may receive an email from Google Play inviting you to participate in the next Google Play Developer Sentiment Survey. We really appreciate you taking time to complete the survey, and we use your feedback to decide what we need to focus on next to help you grow a successful app or game business with Google Play.

To find out more details read more on the Android Developer Blog: https://goo.gl/8AEuNE

Adding TV Channels to Your App with the TIF Companion Library

Today we’re publishing the new TV Input Framework Companion Library for Android TV. This library provides everything you need to get started with building your own TV channels. Learn more about it from our blog post, full documentation, and samples at:
https://goo.gl/pdlKep

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CMake and ndk-build are now supported in Android Studio 2.2 alongside the experimental Gradle plugin. Kathryn Shih, Android Product Manager, shares how this change will impact native developers, and what the future holds for native builds.

Today, we’re excited to announce the availability of the Android 7.1 Developer Preview on Firebase Test Lab virtual devices.

Read about it here: https://goo.gl/ySGGJM

Today, our series of Google Play dev events, Playtime, is back in San Francisco after a long international run! On stage, we recapped some of our recent efforts to invest in new areas that go beyond the smartphone, as well as announced new tools and highlighted the progress of recently launched features that have already helped developers increase user engagement and make more money.

Here’s the roundup: https://goo.gl/GIOFR0

Support Ended for Eclipse Android Developer Tools

With the release of Android Studio 2.2, the time has now come to say goodbye to the Eclipse Android Developer Tools. We have formally ended their support and development. There's never been a better time to switch to Android Studio and experience the improvements we've made to the Android development workflow.

Read more on the Android Developer Blog: https://goo.gl/XJ9YdP