New ADT Required

The new Android SDK 1.6 requires a new version of the ADT (Android Development Tools) so be sure to update that package within eclipse. To do that, simply start eclipse and go to “Help” -> “Check for Updates”. Eventually there should be a screen that lists new versions for the “Android DDMS” and the “Android Development Tools”. If you have any other plugins or extensions installed, you may see additional available updates here. Check the boxes in front of each item you want to update and click “Next” two times. Accept the license agreement and click “Finish”. After the updating process has finished you will be asked to restart eclipse. Do so and you should be all set.

Watch It

Google released a video that shows some highlights of the Android SDK 1.6. Have a look and happy coding!

You can download the latest SDK version here: Android SDK 1.6

1. Android SDK 1.6 (a.k.a Donut): How to Update
2. How to Update Your Development Environment to Android SDK 2.0
3. Android 2.0 SDK: Wanna Have an Eclair?
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5. How to Solve Update Errors