Android 12L it is a surprise indeed. Google has today presented the operating system for folding, but not limited to, which move thanks to the operating system of the green robot. A surprise yes, but someone surely thinks it is far too late. Folders have come out, especially a part of Samsung, and considering the novelties it brings, it probably won't be too exciting to use it. But let's go see everything we know.
Here's everything we need to know about Android 12L, the folding operating system. Did he come out too late? Perhaps yes, considering the few innovations
While the world's leading smartphone makers are only testing the Android 12 operating system, Google has made an interesting move: it introduced, during theAndroid Dev Summit, a new version of the platform, Android 12L. First, Android 12L is aimed at devices with large screens: Chrome OS-based foldable smartphones, tablets and laptops.
However, even simple smartphones have not been forgotten: Android 12L will be available for them and them Google Pixel smartphone users, who will be able to participate in the beta test. Google noticed the growing popularity of large-screen devices and said:
In the past 12 months, we've seen nearly 100 million new Android tablet activations, up 20% from last year, while ChromeOS, now the fastest growing desktop platform, grew 92%. We are also seeing an increase in the number of foldable devices, which exceeds 265% year-over-year!
The new version of the operating system received an interface optimized for large screens. In the notification panel, the lock screen and some other system panels, we will see the information in two columns. The main system applications have been optimized, including the main screen and search field, the power menu, the settings application and so on.
Google has also worked on the multitasking. For large screens, there is a new taskbar that makes it easy to switch between apps. In split screen mode, you can drag and drop content and view apps side by side.
In addition, Google has improved the mode of compatibility on Android 12L. These enhancements give users a better experience with applications that are not designed for large screens. Google also provided manufacturers tools to customize them, allowing them to set their own colors and treatments, adjust window position, use rounded corners, and more.
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Google plans to release Android 12L atstart of next year, just in time for next-generation foldable tablets and devices. The company is already working with OEM partners to bring these new features to big-screen devices. Even Google has already released one preliminary version of Android 12L for developers.
When will Android 12L come out?
Here is the roadmap for the Android 12L developer preview. The first Beta version comes in December, followed by a second a January and a third a February. The final version will take place in the first quarter of 2022, probably a March.
Through | XDA Developers, 9to5Google
