Android Oreo: Google has recently announced its most awaited eighth version Android software known as Android Oreo. It was launched in the day of solar eclipse on August 21. The latest version of Google’s OS has lots of unique features compared to the last version. The Android users must download the latest OS according to the phone compatibility.
Android Oreo is Here, Check Out The Latest Features You Will Be Getting
You can download Android Oreo by the Android Open Source Project and Google’s beta program. Google has said that the latest OS version will be available for limited companies at the first stage. It will be available for other devices by the end of 2017. Now, Andriod 8.0 is available for the Pixel and Nexus devices. Soon it will come for other devices also.
According to Google, “they are also working with some companies like HMG Global, Huawei, Samsung, HTC and others and hope Android Oreo will roll out for these companies as well by the end of 2017.” So, Nokia, Huawei, Samsung, HTC and other smartphone users have to wait for the initial release. You can check for regular updates by navigating to Settings > About > System updates > Check for update.
Some of the lucky users can download it instantly by enrolling in the Beta program. You have to Sign in to your account with your phone and you will receive a notification of software update. You can also check out Google’s blog for more information relating to the updates.
Let’s read some mind blowing features of the latest Android Oreo updates.
Enhanced battery life
Android 8.0 automatically closes the apps which run in the background. It blocks some apps which take useless pictures and switches on the Wi-Fi connection. Oreo will limit the unnecessary apps background services. It will also close location updates when an app is not in use. It will be useful for saving battery life of your Android phone. Your phone will also operate faster than before.
Limited notifications
Android Oreo will block the notifications which you never see. They will also come with advanced security and track the sender of the notifications. The ‘three notification dots’ can be used to view the notifications. You can swipe the notification to remove from the screen.
Multitasking Became Easier
Android Oreo has lots of features like ‘picture in picture’. The ‘Picture in picture feature’ allows you to watch the Youtube videos and video chat in a small screen along with doing other works like browsing and voice calling. So, multitasking is becoming easier for the users. The users can work on two screens on one display.
Improved and easier security
Now, you don’t have to remember each password of different apps. Oreo will do it for you. Android 8.0 includes a feature known as ‘Autofill’ which memorizes the details of most visited apps. If you download malicious apps from Play store, it will be removed automatically.
Find my device
You must have heard about Apple’s Find my iPhone feature. Google has also come up with a similar feature like Apple. Now, you will never forget to take your phone with you and never misplace it.
New emoji and icons
Android 8.0 has introduced lots of latest emoji and a rebuild of the fashionable ‘blob’ figures. Your smartphone can also change shapes which look stylish with your phone.
The latest Google’s software has a variety of other features that enhance Wi-Fi connectivity, keyboard navigation, and wireless sound. You can read all those features in Android official website.