(2 ratings)
|
Google, on Monday, has announced the 'Oreo' version of its Android mobile operating system, which will be called Android O, continuing the tradition of naming Smartphone software variations immediately after a dessert. The Mountain View-based company said it has introduced the AOSP code to its manufacturing partners, and will soon release the Android Oreo software update to the Google Pixel, Nexus 5X, and Nexus 6P phones as well as the Pixel C and Nexus Player devices.
Android Oreo, technically the 8.0 version of the operating system, delivers several interesting functions which include picture-in-picture manner, which will permit users to watch a video in a resizable and movable small window atop of any other app. Visualize viewing a video while texting your friends. Google is also building making it possible for users to create the customisable channel for each type of notification, through a feature called "notification channel."
Additionally, notification badges are coming to applications, allowing users to see the number of notification an app has cultivated- and need their awareness-by just looking at an app’s icon on the home screen. Moreover, another new feature called “snoozing” will permits persons to snooze notifications to make them reappear at an afterward, more ideal time.
Also Read-Android O Might be Named Either Oatmeal Cookie or Oreo
The new update will also improve boot speed- the time it normally takes from switching on the cell phone to reaching the home screen, the firm reported, declaring it would be twice as fast as its own flagship smartphone, the Google Pixel. Google is also making easier to log in on different apps, extending the autofill feature currently available on the website, to apps. The much-awaited Android instant applications, which can be accessed properly from the browser without requiring installation is also going to be established with Android Oreo.
As Google mentioned at the developer conference I/O earlier this year, the place where it first unveiled Android O, significantly concentration with Android O aka Android Oreo release is to improve the user experience on the phone. One way the firm is carrying out so is by enhancing the battery life. earlier, Google has also introduced the very first beta version of it this year, buying a longer time duration to iron out the rough surface of the running operating system that if left unattended hinder with the effectiveness and consumer expertise.
Almost one year after its launch, Android Nougat, the current version is on functioning on 13.5 percent of Android devices, which includes smartphones, tablets, streaming devices, and some smart TVs.
It’s not necessarily Google’s fault, on the other hand. The OEM associates such as LG, Samsung, Lenovo, HTC, and Xiaomi often take months before pursuing new software updates to their respective smartphones. It is the really long approach, but significantly to Google’s credit, issues are swiftly enhancing.
Must Visit Our Google+ Community Page For Latest And Updated Technology Happenings Around The Globe.
 |
 |
 |
 |
