Frequently Asked Questions
Find the most frequently asked questions below:
01Are widgets like apps?
Not really. Although some widgets do seem to have stand-alone functions (such as the clock or alarm widget) they are always connected to a full app or a system setting, letting you view updates or notifications from the app without actually having to open it fully.
02What type of code is used to make apps?
Large parts of Android are written in Java and its APIs are designed to be called primarily from Java. That said, it is possible to develop C and C++ apps using the Android Native Development Kit (NDK), however it isn't something that Google promotes. According to Google, the NDK will not benefit most apps.