Google recently announced that the name of the new version of the green little robot system would be Lollipop Android 5.0 . Shortly thereafter, the company released a updated preview image for developers of the platform, so that users of the Nexus line of devices could get a taste of the new features that will be present in the final version, which will be released from November.
Among the many new features of the platform, are some interface items that may not have been exalted by the company during the presentation, but will surely make a big difference to users. So we decided to separate a list of some of these new features, so you can get an idea of how thorough being the work done by Google to make its platform more practical for users.
Bars oranges when “Power Save” mode is enabled
As can be seen in the image above, the the navigation bar as the status bar of the device are changed to orange while the “Power Save” mode is activated, causing the user know that their data and other functions may be restricted to save battery.
Battery indicator in the settings menu fast
This news may not be as visible as the previous, but it is a welcome change in the system. Previously, battery indicator only indicated how much was missing in the status bar of the device and accessing shortcuts settings. Now, however, it is stated separately, getting next to the icon that takes you to the settings menu of the system.
New shortcuts for quick settings
A feature always criticized for users of Android Pure was the missing some shortcuts in the fast system settings menu, accessed from the side of the bar notifications. Unlike what is seen in custom ROMs for manufacturers, the standard version of the system contains only few options , so that the user is often forced to go to the settings menu to activate the desired function.
In the new version of the platform, however, are present three new shortcuts for users that match screen rotation, the flashlight and screen mirroring , extremely functions requested by users .
New Gmail functions
Gmail won a special treatment to be compatible with the new version of Android, earning a new look and several new features . With the application, you can now sync multiple email accounts from other servers such as Yahoo and Outlook. Furthermore, it was also modified how your contacts are shown, winning round avatars and many other icons.
Exclamation point when WiFi signal is weak
As discussed earlier, Android is now able to realize when the signal natively can not provide WiFi internet connection , thus exhibiting a exclamation point and automatically switching to mobile network if it is available. It is worth noting that the same happens when your mobile network has no connection to the Internet, thus preventing you to have active data effectively without being connected.
New mode “Do Not Disturb”
Now you find, below the volume settings, a menu where the priority level of the notifications can be set so that there are no interruptions during a meeting, for example. It is worth noting that an expiration date for the lock can be set, or marked so that no notification to appear indefinitely. Available is still a list of exceptions , so that you receive that important email, for example.
New calendar widget
Google finally decided to change your calendar widget , adding a much more organized and visually beautiful version. In addition, the new shortcut has brighter colors and less transparency , adapting well to Material Design.
New keyboard emojis
strong <> emojis for Android keyboard has undergone a makeover, gaining nicer pictures and more “young” visual as well as the rest of the system. Remember that the company first entered the option of “little guys” in the Android 4.4 keyboard KitKat, so it was natural that the first version was not exactly like people wanted.
There are many other novelties , but certainly the text would be even greater if we were to add everything that Google put in the new version of Android. Know of any new item that is not listed? Give us your comment below
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