We are currently developing an app for cars with Android Automotive.
There is a desire to include a QR-code in the application, so that the user can (while the car is not moving) scan the QR-code and be directed to the website to fill in a form via their phone. The developer guidelines does not say anything about QR-codes in the application. However, the section about visual design and user interaction includes guidelines regarding images, but they are somewhat difficult to interpret. Also, it is unsure whether they apply to the use of a QR-code. The question is whether a QR-code in an android app for cars will be approved.
I tried sending the question to Google support, but their answer was "Unfortunately I'm not able to comment on your planned implementation. If you think your app is in compliance, please submit your app for another review. You may want to review the Developer Program Policies for additional policy guidance", which I found quite annoying, since we want to know whether the use of a QR-code will be approved before we spend time on the implementation.
We have documentation and guidelines, but are unable to find the answer.
Thank you in advance for help :)
Spotify and ABRP already use QR codes in AAOS
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I can not find any information anywhere on the net, not even in Google Documentation about controlling our self developed android app by voice without having to tap a GUI element previously.
We successfully implemented voice control into our app, but for the app to start listening, I have to tap a microphone icon on the GUI.
I want our app listening all the time and if I say a specific command like "Hey MyApp!" (Like Hey Google) then the app knows that it needs to listen for my command.
Is it possible?
I found this:
https://developer.android.com/training/wearables/user-input/voice
And this:
https://developer.android.com/guide/app-actions/overview
And this:
https://support.google.com/accessibility/android/answer/6151848?hl=en
But none of them explaining things in a way that I understand if it's possible or not. English is my third language and I am not a programmer, but a designer.
Our programmers are also not experienced in this field.
Thanks for answers in advance.
Is it possible?
That depends.
If you are building your own custom hardware with its own custom build of Android on it, then yes.
If not, and you literally want what you are asking ("I want our app listening all the time and if I say a specific command like "Hey MyApp!" (Like Hey Google) then the app knows that it needs to listen for my command"), then no. You cannot even have your app running all the time, let alone with the microphone active. You also would need to have your plans reviewed by qualified legal counsel, as continuously monitoring everything said on the microphone will have ramifications.
If you are planning on distributing your app via the Play Store, and you are willing to be more flexible in your requirements, you could integrate with Google Assistant, per one of the documents that you linked to. Google Assistant can then launch your app if/when needed based on an app action triggered by user speech.
Probrably this looks a joke for someone but im very junior still.
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Specifically, I want an inventory screen to be added. I have an "item master" generic inquiry already built that can be used, assuming we can sort/search the inquiry results on mobile.
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Thank you for your time!
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Hi I am new to this topic so maybe this is noob question but I couldn't find anything relevant on the web so I am asking here.
I want to make application that adds some more interesting rich information into another app not related to my app.
That is, imagine that my app would overlay some sports betting app from one betting company with odds from companies around the world and compare them with original data in app which i can get(?)
Is this even possible?
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You cannot access information of running app directly. But still you have some hack to access other app resources via creating context of other app installed on your device. Maybe this information will help.
Im a dummy in android development and currently creating an android application and trying to implement a rating system, allowing a user to submit a review and be rated by other users. I would like to know how the whole process is going to be like and what algorithm will be needed.
A guidance will be greatly apperciated and thanks in advance.
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This example shows a voting algorithm for Google App Engine (a possible server platform for your Android app).