Android 7 new features
Android 7.0 Nougat, released in August 2016, introduced several new features and improvements to the Android operating system. Here are some of the key new features:
- Multi-Window Mode: Android 7.0 introduced multi-window mode, which allows users to run multiple apps simultaneously on the same screen.
- Direct Reply: Direct Reply allows users to respond to notifications directly from the notification shade, without having to open the app.
- Customizable Quick Settings: The Quick Settings panel is now customizable, allowing users to add or remove tiles and reorder them as needed.
- Improved Doze Mode: Doze mode, which was introduced in Android 6.0 Marshmallow, has been improved in Android 7.0 to reduce battery drain even further.
- Google Daydream: Android 7.0 introduced Google Daydream, a virtual reality platform that allows users to experience VR content on their devices.
- Improved Security: Android 7.0 includes several security improvements, including a new verification system for apps and improved encryption.
- Google Play Protect: Google Play Protect is a new feature that scans apps installed on a device for malware and other security threats.
- Improved Performance: Android 7.0 includes several performance improvements, including a new graphics engine and improved memory management.
- New Emojis: Android 7.0 includes a new set of emojis, which are designed to be more diverse and inclusive.
- Improved Notification System: The notification system in Android 7.0 has been improved to allow for more customization and control over notifications.
- Split-Screen Mode: Split-screen mode allows users to run two apps side-by-side on the same screen.
- Improved Power Management: Android 7.0 includes several power management improvements, including a new battery saver mode and improved power consumption tracking.
- New Settings App: The Settings app in Android 7.0 has been redesigned to be more intuitive and easier to use.
- Improved Accessibility: Android 7.0 includes several accessibility improvements, including a new feature that allows users to control their device with their eyes.
- Google Assistant: Android 7.0 includes the Google Assistant, a virtual assistant that can perform tasks and answer questions.
- Improved Camera App: The camera app in Android 7.0 has been improved to include features like manual focus and exposure control.
- Improved File System: The file system in Android 7.0 has been improved to include features like file encryption and improved file management.
- New Android NDK: Android 7.0 includes a new Android NDK (Native Development Kit) that allows developers to create native apps for Android.
- Improved Android Studio: Android Studio, the official integrated development environment (IDE) for Android app development, has been improved to include features like code completion and debugging.
- New Android Things: Android Things is a new platform that allows developers to create IoT (Internet of Things) devices that run on Android.
These are just a few of the many new features and improvements that were introduced in Android 7.0 Nougat.