Plugins can be developed for RICOH THETA cameras running an Android™-based operating system. By developing plugins, you can add powerful new features to your RICOH THETA.
The RICOH THETA Plugin Partner Program supports plugin development for RICOH THETA cameras running an Android™-based operating system.
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RICOH THETA cameras now offer an open API and SDK accessible to both individuals and organizations.
Anyone with an Android-based RICOH THETA camera can install custom programs (plugins) directly onto the device.
You can develop plugins using our API/SDK and Android Studio, giving you the freedom to expand the camera's functionality as you like.
Note
Plugins can only run on THETA V, THETA Z1, and THETA X.
Plugins you develop can be published on the RICOH THETA PLUGIN STORE, making them publicly available to a wide audience of THETA users. This enables developers to share their creations broadly within the THETA community.
RICOH THETA plugins allow you to control 360° shooting, perform image editing, and access the device’s interface and sensors.
Examples are provided below.
The USB port on the RICOH THETA can be configured as a USB host. As long as the corresponding Android library is available, any USB device class can be used with the THETA Plugin SDK. This includes standard classes such as HID, CDC, and Audio Class, as well as custom classes developed by individual vendors.
RICOH THETA supports BLE and can be assigned as either a Peripheral or Central device. Once a connection is established, it can communicate using various protocols, provided that the necessary Android libraries are available. The THETA Plugin SDK can import and utilize these libraries.
The RICOH THETA can be configured as either an access point or a client. When operating in Access Point mode, other devices can connect to it using ad hoc mode. It is also possible to connect the THETA to an existing access point using infrastructure mode, enabling internet connectivity.
The movement of a RICOH THETA can be detected using the gyro sensor or accelerometer.
We provide plugins that enhance camera functionality, including directional adjustment for shooting, integration with external devices, and cloud-based file transfer.
Pre-installed in RICOH THETA V and Z1
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Pre-installed in RICOH THETA V and Z1
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Install Plugin
Sample Source Code
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Install Plugin
Sample Source Code
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See here for all plugins.
Plugin API
Plugin SDK
Plugin Development Tips
- Switch your RICOH THETA device to development mode
- Access online support
- Distribute your plugin on the RICOH THETA PLUGIN STORE
First, complete the application for the Partner Program. To register, you will need a photo of your RICOH THETA's serial number. Once your application is submitted, we will review it. Qualified applicants will receive an invitation to join the Partner Program, along with details on how to publish plugins to the RICOH THETA PLUGIN STORE.
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Important
Please note that once a RICOH THETA camera is registered as a development device, it will no longer be covered by standard Ricoh customer support.
Warning
The following features are restricted on the "RICOH THETA Z1 51GB" and "RICOH THETA X" models sold in Japan:
- Plugin operation in WLAN client mode
- Plugin development
For more details, please see here.
If you reside in Japan and would like to develop plugins using the RICOH THETA Z1 51GB or RICOH THETA X, please see here.
After completing registration, you can start developing plugins using Android Studio.
Plugin API
Plugin SDK
Plugin Development Tips
Template of Plugin Policy
Plugin Policy
Private Policy
License Agreement
- theta360.guide - RICOH THETA developer and power user community
- RICOH THETAプラグイン開発者コミュニティ - Qiita - Plugin developer community (Japanese)
- theta-skunkworks - The THETA SKUNKWORKS TEAM based on the RICOH developer community
Submit the plugin you developed via this form to publish it on RICOH THETA PLUGIN STORE.
- Developer apply with the plugin information from here.
- Ricoh issue URL to upload the necessary files (apk file, Plugin descriptive image*1) after checking the application details.
- Developer upload the necessary files from the above URL.
- Ricoh review the plugin.
- Ricoh send approval notification.
- Developer apply to release plugin.
- Ricoh release plugin in the RICOH THETA Plugin Store.*2
*1 Image size should be 960 x 520, file format is png, maximum number of 5 files, file name should be [number].png (1.png, 2.png, ...). Compress all apk and image files together into one zip file, and file name "packagename". zip please.
*2 It is NOT possible to specify a plugin release time.
For technical support, please contact us via this forum.
For general inquiries, please contact us via this form.
By using the information contained in these documents, you have agreed to the following terms:
- The contents of this document is subject to change without notice
- Ricoh grants you a limited, royalty-free, non-transferable, revocable and non-exclusive license to use this document and the SDK solely for the purpose of designing or developing the THETA Plugin application software.
- Unless otherwise provided by RICOH, you are strictly prohibited to copy, broadcast or reproduce, in whole or in part, any information contained herein
- The computer programs and usage directions contained herein are only meant for reference purposes, and RICOH shall in no event make any warranty or shall be held liable in connection with the use of this information (such disclaimer of liability shall include, but shall not be limited to third party IP infringement liabilities attributable to the use of this information)
- RICOH does not guarantee in any way that the functionality contained herein satisfies your needs or that the software is error-free and continues to work in proper condition
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