The launch of Googlebook opens up a new frontier for high-fidelity, desktop-grade experiences. In this session, we go behind the scenes with two pioneering partners who built for this platform from the ground up.
Notability will share their journey creating a desktop-class Android app using Jetpack Compose. Learn about their journey moving from other app platforms with desktop top-of-mind. Second, Logitech will dive into the hardware side, discussing how they are building and customizing peripherals to integrate seamlessly with Googlebook. Join the session to get practical, real-world insights on optimizing inputs, leveraging large-screen APIs, and delivering a premium, cohesive user experience across hardware and software.
Resources:
Explore Notability → https://goo.gle/4znzhlH
Check out Logitech → https://goo.gle/4zIMEMQ
Discover Googlebook → https://goo.gle/4yFMCEy
Speakers: Emilie Roberts, Ryan Shea, Joe Wang
Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction to building for Googlebook
0:58 - Designing Android apps for large screens
2:47 - Bringing Notability to Android
8:25 - Low-latency drawing with Jetpack Ink
17:35 - Bringing Logitech Options+ to Googlebook
23:15 - Options+ live demo
25:12 - Peripheral customization API overview
28:52 - Future roadmap and conclusion
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Event: Android Dev Summit 2026
Products Mentioned: Googlebook, Jetpack Compose, Form Factors