Android in Action, Second Edition

When it comes to mobile apps, Android can do almost anything&mdash:and with this book, so can you! Android runs on mobile devices ranging from smart phones to tablets to countless special-purpose gadgets. It's the broadest mobile platform available.Android in Action, Second Edition is a comprehensive tutorial for Android developers. Taking you far beyond "Hello Android," this fast-paced book puts you in the driver's seat as you learn important architectural concepts and implementation strategies. You'll master the SDK, build WebKit apps using HTML 5, and even learn to extend or replace Android's built-in features by building useful and intriguing examples. About the TechnologyAbout the BookWhat's InsideAndroid 2 from the ground upSDK and web developmentDrive a robot via Bluetooth and SensorsIntegrate with Social Media ContactsImage processing with native C codeAbout the ReaderThis book is written for hobbyists and developers. A background in Java is helpful—no prior experience with Android is assumed.About the AuthorsFrank Ableson is a writer, product strategist, and mobile developer. Robi Sen specializes in new products, and Chris King is a senior mobile engineer.QuotesA deep dive into Android 2. Outstanding!- Frank Wang, Digital Velocity LLCInvaluable examples. A worthy update.- Ben Ogden, Whiteboard FederalAndroid from A to Z!- Loïc Simon, SIII rate this book a G—great for geeks.- Steve Prior, geekster.comBest coverage of Android.- Jérôme Bâton, Consultant