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Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I get my app on the device?

What debugging and analytics tools can I access?

How do I see the new app on the Home screen?

If I’m making a media player app, what should I use?

Are there Security settings I have to watch out for?

What Android SDK Level should I use?

Can I integrate in-app purchases?

What Services and Libraries are already on the device, and can I add more if needed?

What types of apps/experiences can I create for AT&T TV?

What types of input devices can I use or add?

AT&T TV FAQs



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How do I get my app on the device?

  1. Turn on developer options by opening the system summary screen on your device (Settings > System > General > System Summary)
  2. Press OK on your remote 7 times. You should get a message stating that you're now a developer!
  3. In the same "System: General" menu, scroll all the way down to the bottom. You'll now see a Developer Options section, which should already be turned on.
  4. Scroll down and select "Force allow apps on external"
  5. You can now use ADB to upload your apps to the device.

If you need more info on how to use ADB, go here:

https://developer.android.com/studio/command-line/adb

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What debugging and analytics tools can I access?

If you’re using ADB, then you can utilize ADB debugging:

https://developer.android.com/studio/command-line/adb

Or you can use log cat:

https://developer.android.com/studio/command-line/logcat

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How do I see the new app on the Home screen?

If you follow the requirements for Android TV home screen, then you’re good to go!

https://developer.android.com/training/tv/publishing/checklist#home-screen

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If I’m making a media player app, what should I use?

We highly recommend using ExoPlayer:

https://developer.android.com/guide/topics/media/exoplayer

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Are there Security settings I have to watch out for?

There are no extra security restrictions outside of what you'd find on a normal Android TV app. The only differences are you cannot root the device and there is no super user access.

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What Android SDK Level should I use?

Android Oreo 8.0 (API 26)

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Can I integrate in-app purchases?

We do not include this functionality at this time.

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What Services and Libraries are already on the device, and can I add more if needed?

All main Android TV libraries are accessible. They are all listed within the settings screen.

You can check out the Android TV developers page for more info:

https://developer.android.com/training/tv/start/start.html

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What types of apps/experiences can I create for AT&T TV?

Here are some ideas for apps we're looking for in our ecosystem:

  • Video/Entertainment
  • Shopping/Web
  • 360 VR/Gaming
  • Chat/Social/Sharing
  • Voice Integration/Connected IoT
  • Second Screen
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What types of input devices can I use or add?

You may use any Bluetooth device that complies with the 4.1 Legacy spec or Low Energy. Devices like keyboards may not have the ability to fully navigate all menus. Please see the API documentation for pairing info.

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