HTC has today published its kernel source code for the new HTC One M8 Google Play Edition ahead of the handset’s release next month. It comes in two parts weighing in at just under 132MB combined, and it gives developers the chance to optimize their apps and build their own modifications.

The main ZIP file is 84.9MB, while the accompanying framework support files are 41.8MB. Both can be downloaded now from HTC’s Developer website now.

By releasing these files, HTC gives app developers the chance to optimize their titles to work seamlessly with the One M8 Google Play Edition. It also provides tweakers with the resources they need to develop custom kernels and other modifications for the device.

The HTC One M8 Google Play Edition is available to purchase now from Google Play in the U.S., priced at $699.99. It will ship in 2-3 weeks, according to Google.

• SourceHTC Dev