LX1 Programming Interface
  • 05 Aug 2025
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Android OS API

The Android Operating System running on the LX1 is a modified version of Android 15, tailored to the components and capabilities of the device.

For the most part, development of applications intended to be used on the LX1 can be accomplished by following standard Android development methodologies and by leveraging existing Android APIs. The APIs listed below identify some of the prominent device features:

  • Camera – Use Android CameraX, Camera2, or Camera APIs.

  • Sensors – Use SensorManager.

  • Bluetooth – Use BluetoothManager and BluetoothAdapter. Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low-Energy are supported.

  • Database – Use SQLite.

  • Google Cloud Messaging – use Google Play Services Client Library 9.8.0 or earlier

  • Maps – use Google Play Services Client Library 9.8.0 or earlier

  • Speech Recognition – use Vuzix Speech SDK

  • Barcode Engine - use ML Kit

Many other standard Android APIs not listed here may also be used.


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