Recently Google announced its latest mobile OS Android Lollipop 5.0 the news was received with great anticipation with android lovers all over the world. Google has a history of keeping the name of its mobile OS on some confectionery or sweets and this time too they have kept the tradition alive by naming their new mobile OS as Android Lollipop or in short Android L. The new OS promises to bring in plenty of new features and improved security for mobile users. This is the first OS from Google that has been optimized for 64-bit processor thus the mobile devices coming with 64-bit processor can make use of this OS. Though new devices that will get this OS are Nexus 6 and Nexus 9 but in meanwhile Google has promised that many older devices including the Moto and Nexus series will get the update very soon and how soon they have not mentioned it. But according to Google the devices which falls outside of the update window –which usually 18 months form the device release- may not be a contender for Google Android L update.
Let us see the new features that Google has packed in its new mobile OS Android Lollipop 5.0
1. Uniform viewing experience across various devices whether you have a big screen or small like Phone, Tablet, TV, Watch and other wearable gadgets.
2. Android Lollipop 5.0 is said to consume less energy even while running power hungry applications that’s great news for people who use their devices extensively or for high end gaming purpose. Google says that its new power saving mode can give precious 90 minutes more of power. It also offer feature that will indicate the user how long will it take to charge the phone till 100%.
3. On security front Android Lollipop offers you to create multiple accounts that enable your friend to login separately in the device without compromising on your account. With Android Smart Lock you can pair your phone and tablet with your other wearable device and keep it secure form trespassing.
4. The UI design is intuitive, responsive and works well with across all devices the experience that you get while using is more life-like. Detail attention has been given to its color, typography and other important aspects that will suit wide demography.
5. Now you don’t have to go deeper into the device to take action when you get news messages or Notifications. You can view the information from the lock screen and take right action. You will also get an option to hide all your sensitive information from the prying eyes with this feature. Also in case if you get a call while you are watching your favorite movie or video then you have a option to choose whether you want to answer the call or just want to enjoy what you are doing.
6. Time-saving feature like Quick setting offers you a one swipe access to control various features like flashlight, hotspot, screen rotation and cast screen controls and much more.
7. Additional important feature includes improved connectivity and performance, quick access to information with “OK Google”. New Android OS can offer a great Android TV experience thereby boost you Entertainment quotient. Apart from that Google has taken care that their new OS is disabled friendly with improved low vision and color blind capabilities.
On papers all features and updates looks impressive but the real test will be when people start using it and share their experience.
