Develop hardware and software that is compatible with OS X and Apple hardware. Macintosh hardware implements standard busses such as PCI, USB, and FireWire that support high-performance peripherals and add-in cards.
Bluetooth
Apple’s Bluetooth Stack, based on the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) standard, is integrated in OS X and the Bluetooth Software Developer’s Kit.
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USB
Debug releases of the IOUSBFamily kernel extension are available to provide information about USB device and interface detection, driver and interface matching, driver loading and information generated as a result of normal and abnormal conditions.
FireWire
To communicate with FireWire devices, OS X provides several device interfaces that are specific to different protocols and different types of communication. Learn how applications can communicate with or control a FireWire device.
Mini DisplayPort
The Mini DisplayPort Connector is a small form factor connector designed to fully support the VESA DisplayPort protocol. The dimensional specifications of the plug and receptacle mating interface and a recommended PCB landing pad are available for download under the Mini DisplayPort Evaluation License.
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Mac Developer Library
Drivers, Kernel, and Hardware Documentation
OS X USB Debug Kits
Download the latest USB Debug Kits to debug USB device drivers or applications.
OS X Kernel Debug Kits
Download the latest Kernel Debug Kits for use with GDB (two-machine) kernel debugging.
Trademarks & Licensing
License Apple software technologies and trademarks.
Join the MFi Program
Gain access to technical documentation and hardware components that are used to develop electronic accessories that interact with iPod, iPhone and iPad. Learn more