Since Google released its 9th version of Android OS, called Android Pie on August 6 2018, people have been trying to get their hands on the new update. There are good reasons why people are looking forward to the new Android Pie. Every new update always comes with new features that can improve a phone's performance and strengthen its security.
Features of Android Pie
• New user interface for the quick settings menu.
• The clock has moved to the left of the notification bar.
• Battery saver no longer shows an orange overlay on the notification and status bars.
• A "Screenshot" button has been added to the power options.
• A new "Lockdown" mode which disables biometric authentication once activated, which will be disabled once the user used their password to login.
• 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, which is now located next to the device physical volume button.
• 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 5while driving.
• DNS over TLS.
• HEIF support.
• A new gesture-based system interface, similar to the one found on the iPhone X and other devices.
• 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.
• 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.
• New Back Button Icon in navigation bar if gesture navigation is enabled.
• Manual theme selection.
• Rotation Lock button indicates in navigation bar if the device is in locked rotation mode.
However, unlike Apple iOS, Android updates are not usually sent immediately to Android mobile devices because of the plethora of different brands of smartphones available. But that's not the case with Google's own Pixel phones which always receive theirs right from day one. So if you have a Pixel phone, you can upgrade to the latest Android by following the simple steps below.
How to update Google Pixel phones to Android Pie
• Head to the Settings on your Pixel phone and tap on System.
• Tap Advanced.
• And then tap System Update and you phone will begin searching for the latest update.
So that's all! I hope you have a great experience. Feel free to give your comments and please share the post with your friends using the social share buttons.
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