- History and Development
- Qualcomm launched AllJoyn in 2011 as an open source IoT framework
- Project was promoted by AllSeen Alliance until 2016
- Source code transferred to Linux Foundation in 2013
- Merged with Open Connectivity Foundation in 2016
- Source code moved to GitHub in 2018
- Technical Features
- Enables devices to communicate across categories and platforms
- Uses D-Bus message bus for dynamic proximal networks
- Operates on client-server model with XML introspection files
- Supports audio streaming and synchronization across multiple sinks
- Allows bridging with other protocols like Z-Wave and BACnet
- Partnerships
- Major brands including LG, Sharp, Sony, and Microsoft joined
- Original equipment partners included Foxconn, Technicolor, LG Innotek
- Microsoft integrated AllJoyn into Windows 10, later retired
- Supported connected home, smart TV, and automotive applications
- Licensing and Structure
- Project licensed under Apache License 2.0
- Core system services include onboarding, configuration, and notification
- Lighting Service Framework integrated into common device model