The mobile application Star Wars Droids App by Sphero, created by Sphero, connects to their line of "Star Wars App-Enabled Droids" toys. By establishing a connection with a droid, users gain the ability to remotely operate the toy and unlock a range of functionalities within the application, which vary based on the specific droid being used. These functionalities encompassed virtual tours of starship and informational data entries. Its initial release occurred on August 31, 2017, coinciding with the Force Friday merchandising event of that year.