Light phone launches a developer program for LightOS
16 hours ago
- #Light Phone
- #Developer Program
- #Open Source
- LightOS developer program announced to empower creation and sharing of tools.
- Program allows tool development even without owning a Light Phone.
- SDK for developers includes UI library, push notifications, emulator, and encrypted APIs.
- Tool Library platform will host vetted, non-commercial, open-source user tools.
- Developer Mode enables side-loading tools; SDK ensures compatibility.
- Program open to developers and beta testers; no cost to join.
- Targeted initially for Light Phone III; future expansion to other devices.
- Tool Library expected to go live by early Fall.
- Tools must align with Light ethos: intentional, privacy-focused, no infinite feeds.
- Community and Light team vet tools to maintain trust and design consistency.