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I need a developer who can wire proper play / pause as well as previous-next buttons into my existing Android app so that they appear on the lock screen and in the pull-down notification shade (just under the Wi-Fi and other system icons). The media involved is music only—no video or podcast handling is necessary—so you can focus on a clean MediaSession implementation. The notification tab should let users control music playback directly; no extra settings tiles or album art tweaks are required, the default visual style is fine. My current build is already functional inside the app, I just haven’t been able to surface those controls outside it. All work must remain compatible from Android 8.0 upward. Please deliver: • Updated Kotlin/Java code (or clear patches) that registers the MediaSession, builds the notification with playback actions, and updates metadata correctly. • Any required manifest tweaks and pro-guard rules. • A short README so I can reproduce the build and understand key changes. If you can solve the lock-screen integration cleanly and test it on at least two recent Android versions, let’s get started right away.
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Hi, I can implement this cleanly using Android MediaSession/MediaStyle notification APIs and integrate it with your existing music playback without changing the current in-app functionality. I’ll: * Add a properly managed MediaSession with Play/Pause/Previous/Next actions. * Connect playback state and metadata so controls remain synchronized. * Configure the MediaStyle notification for the notification shade and lock screen. * Update required manifest permissions/service configuration and ProGuard rules if needed. * Maintain Android 8.0+ compatibility. * Test playback controls on at least two recent Android versions, including background/lock-screen scenarios. * Provide clean Kotlin/Java patches and a concise README covering setup and key changes. I’ll first review your existing player architecture so the MediaSession integrates without introducing duplicate playback services or lifecycle issues.
₹600 INR in 1 day
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Hi there, **1. Understanding of project:** I understand you need an Android developer to implement or customize lock-screen music controls, ensuring playback actions such as play/pause, previous/next and media information work reliably from the Android lock screen and notification area. **2. My solution:** I’ll develop the feature using Android’s native MediaSession/MediaSessionService architecture, ensuring proper integration with the audio player, notification controls, lock-screen artwork and playback state. I’ll handle Android version compatibility, background playback, lifecycle management and edge cases such as screen locking/unlocking and Bluetooth/headset controls. I’ll test across multiple Android versions and deliver clean, maintainable code. **3. Questions:** 1. Is this being added to an existing Android music app or a new application? 2. Which Android versions/devices must be supported? 3. Are you using ExoPlayer/Media3 or another audio playback library? I can start quickly and troubleshoot any existing implementation if required. Please chat with me in Freelancer chat so we can discuss your current code, requirements and timeline. Warm Regards Amit
₹1,050 INR in 7 days
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Hi, I will wire play, pause, previous and next controls into your existing Android app using a proper MediaSession, so they show on the lock screen and in the notification shade from Android 8.0 upward. I can start today. I will also test on two recent Android versions and include a short README covering the manifest tweaks and ProGuard rules. Questions: 1) Is your current playback code in Kotlin or Java? 2) Should the notification stay active when playback is paused? Looking forward to discussing further. Regards, Shayan.
₹915 INR in 1 day
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Hi, I can fix the Android lock-screen and notification-shade music controls in your existing app cleanly. I understand that the in-app playback is already working, so I’ll focus specifically on integrating Android’s MediaSession/MediaSessionCompat correctly and connecting it with the playback service and notification. I can implement Play/Pause, Previous, and Next actions, keep the playback state synchronized, update media metadata correctly, and ensure the controls appear on both the lock screen and notification shade. I’ll also handle the required foreground service, notification channel, manifest permissions, and any ProGuard/R8 configuration needed. The implementation will target Android 8.0+ and follow standard Android media architecture rather than relying on device-specific workarounds. I’ll provide the updated Kotlin/Java code or patches along with a concise README explaining the changes and build steps. I can start immediately and keep the changes focused on your existing codebase without unnecessarily modifying other parts of the application.
₹600 INR in 7 days
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The existing music playback already works inside the Android app, so the main gap is exposing reliable play, pause, previous, and next controls through the lock screen and notification shade from Android 8.0 onward. I’d first inspect the current playback flow and connect it cleanly to a MediaSession, then build the notification actions around the existing player state. Playback callbacks, metadata, and session state would stay synchronized so controls remain accurate outside the app. Using Kotlin and Android SDK components, I’d keep the implementation focused on standard media controls without unnecessary UI changes. I’d also review the manifest and ProGuard requirements and verify the behavior across at least two recent Android versions. The hand-off would include the updated code or patches, required configuration changes, and a concise README explaining the implementation and build steps.
₹1,000 INR in 2 days
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Based on your requirements, I can integrate Android MediaSession cleanly into the existing music playback flow, exposing reliable play, pause, previous, and next controls through the lock screen and notification shade. I’ll connect the MediaSession to your current player, implement the appropriate playback state and media metadata updates, and ensure the notification uses Android’s standard media controls without introducing unnecessary UI changes. The implementation will target Android 8.0+ and preserve your existing in-app playback behavior. I’ll also provide the required manifest/service configuration, notification channel handling, ProGuard/R8 rules where needed, and a concise README covering the implementation and build steps. I’ll validate the integration on at least two recent Android versions, including lock-screen controls, notification actions, playback-state synchronization, metadata updates, and background playback behavior.
₹600 INR in 1 day
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Hi, thanks for sharing your project. We have relevant experience and can deliver a high-quality solution tailored to your requirements. As we’re new to this platform, we’re currently offering very competitive pricing to build strong, long-term client relationships and establish our presence here. Please send me a message so we can discuss your requirements in detail. I’d be happy to share relevant work, suggest the best approach, and offer you a competitive quote. Looking forward to connecting! Best regards, Royal IT Service
₹1,050 INR in 7 days
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₹1,050 INR in 7 days
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Hi, I can fix the Android lock-screen and notification music controls in your existing app using the proper MediaSession implementation. I’ll connect the play/pause and previous/next actions, configure the media notification, update playback metadata, and make the required manifest and ProGuard changes while keeping compatibility from Android 8.0 onward. I’ll also test the implementation on recent Android versions and provide a short README explaining the changes and build setup. I’m ready to start immediately. Regards, Sugam
₹1,450 INR in 1 day
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Hey I can do this while keeping aesthetics, I've been doing this since I was 16, but what are you planning to send like a zip file of whatever you have done or maybe the service and config files?
₹1,250 INR in 14 days
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I recently helped another client enhance their Android app with seamless media controls, focusing specifically on user-friendly playback features. I can implement the play/pause and next/previous buttons on the lock screen and notification shade, ensuring a clean MediaSession setup that meets your requirements. This will allow users to control music playback effortlessly without unnecessary features. I understand you need updated Kotlin/Java code, manifest tweaks, and a short README for clarity. I have 5-star reviews on similar projects. Feel free to send me a message for a free consultation or to discuss the project further. Regards, Daniel
₹750 INR in 7 days
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