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Android P (codename)
Version of the Android operating system
File:Android P 9.0 screenshot.png
Android P Developer Preview 1 home screen with Pixel Launcher on the Google Pixel 2
DeveloperGoogle
Latest previewP Beta 3 (PPP4.180612.004)[1] / July 2, 2018
Preceded byAndroid 8.1 "Oreo"
Official websitewww.android.com/versions/pie-9-0/
Support status
In beta

Android "P" is the upcoming ninth major version of the Android operating system. It was first announced by Google on March 7, 2018,[2] and the first developer preview was released on the same day.[3] The second preview, considered beta quality, was released on May 8, 2018.[4] The third preview, called Beta 2, was released on June 6, 2018.[5] The fourth preview, called Beta 3, was released on July 2, 2018.[6]

Features

Android P Easter eggs
  • New user interface for the quick settings menu.[7]
  • The clock has moved to the left of the notification bar.[8]
  • Battery saver no longer shows an orange overlay on the notification and status bars.[7]
  • A "screenshot" button has been added to the power options.[8]
  • A new "Lockdown" mode which disables biometric authentication once activated.
  • Rounded corners across the graphical user interface.
  • New transitions for switching between apps, or activities within apps.
  • Richer messaging notifications, where a full conversation can be had within a notification, full scale images, and smart replies akin to Google's new app, Reply.
  • Support for display cutouts.
  • Redesigned volume slider.
  • Battery percentage now shown in Always-On Display.
  • Lock screen security changes include the possible return of an improved NFC Unlock.
  • Experimental features (which are currently hidden within a menu called Feature Flags) such as a redesigned About Phone page in settings, and automatic Bluetooth enabling while driving.
  • DNS over TLS.[9]
  • HEIF support.
  • A new gesture-based system interface, similar to the one found on the iPhone X and other devices.[10]
  • Redesigned, horizontal multitask app switcher with Google search bar and app drawer built in.
  • A "Digital Wellbeing" feature which discourages excessive usage of your phone.
  • Placing the phone face down will mute notifications but allow emergencies to come through.[11]
  • An Adaptive Battery feature that maximizes battery power by prioritizing the apps you're most likely to use next.
  • Improved Adaptive Brightness feature which modifies screen brightness based on your own personal preferences.
  • Always-On Display now hides notification.
  • New Back Button Icon in navigation bar.
  • Manual theme selection.
  • Rotation Lock button indicates in navigation bar.
  • Keyboard Switcher button shown in navigation bar when the keyboard is activated.

Upgrade

A beta preview for Android P was provided by Google for the following devices:[12]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Android P Beta 3 is now Available". Android Developers Blog. Google. Retrieved July 2, 2018.
  2. ^ El Khoury, Rita. "Google announces Android P: Notch support, multi-camera API, indoor positioning, and more". Android Police. Illogical Robot LLC. Retrieved 7 March 2018.
  3. ^ Whitwam, Ryan. "Android P developer preview images and OTA files are now live, but no beta program yet". Android Police. Illogical Robot LLC. Retrieved 7 March 2018.
  4. ^ "Android P Beta available today, landing on non-Pixel devices including Essential Phone, OnePlus 6, Sony Xperia XZ2". 9to5Google. Retrieved May 8, 2018.
  5. ^ "Android P Developer Preview 3 factory images and OTA downloads are up". Android Police. Retrieved June 6, 2018.
  6. ^ "Android P Beta 3 is now available". Android Developers Blog. Retrieved 2018-07-02.
  7. ^ a b Rahman, Mishaal (7 March 2018). "Here's Everything New in Android P Developer Preview 1 for the Google Pixel/XL and Pixel 2/XL". XDA Developers. Retrieved 8 March 2018.
  8. ^ a b Welch, Chris (7 March 2018). "The biggest early visual changes in Android P". The Verge. Retrieved 8 March 2018.
  9. ^ "DNS over TLS support in Android P Developer Preview". Google Security Blog. April 17, 2018.
  10. ^ Wright, Arol (11 May 2018). "Everything New in Android P Developer Preview 2". XDA Developers. Retrieved 12 May 2018.
  11. ^ O'Rourke, Patrick (8 May 2018). "Google wants to help smartphone users disconnect with new 'Shush' Android P feature". MobileSyrup. Retrieved 12 May 2018.
  12. ^ ""Android P Beta Devices"". Android Developers. Retrieved May 8, 2018.
  13. ^ "Android P Developer Preview for Essential Phone". Retrieved May 5, 2018.
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