Peacock Optimizes Streaming with Jetpack Compose
Article Summary
NBCUniversal's Peacock just proved that building for foldables isn't just about supporting bigger screens. It's about future-proofing your entire streaming experience.
Sa-ryong Kang and Miguel Montemayor from Google's Developer Relations team break down how Peacock migrated to Jetpack Compose to handle the explosion of Android form factors. With users increasingly watching on mobile and foldable devices, the streaming app needed a solution that could adapt without interrupting playback or causing visual glitches.
Key Takeaways
- Migrated to Jetpack Compose using WindowSizeClass API for seamless layout switching
- Users can unfold devices mid-stream with zero reloads or friction
- Same adaptive foundation extends to Android XR with minimal extra development
- Tested edge cases using Android Studio emulator across device permutations
Critical Insight
Peacock's Compose migration enables instant transitions between screen sizes without stream interruptions while positioning them for spatial computing.
