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Google has officially launched the first Android P Developer Preview, which will be the next version of Android and is already taking shape, and developers can already test the first version to make their services and applications compatible. Android P is loaded with new features, such as a new design, new settings, new colors and other surprises that will emerge in the next betas. At the moment, the first preview leaves us very interesting specifications. Next, we tell you all the news and the compatible devices.
First of all, we must talk about changes in physical appearance. The shape and icons of the quick settings are modified. Now they are more minimalist, with a rounded shape. Notifications also undergo a design change. They will now appear on a second card, much like the one in Quick Settings. They will continue to group by application and display the various content. It also improves the design of the responses. In addition, quick responses are added thanks to the new Google application.
We see more changes if we go into the device settings. Icons are now displayed in different colors, all rounded. The truth is that it makes the system much more visually attractive.
Android will get along with the 'Noch'
If there is something of which we are sure it is that the manufacturers have opted to include the 'Noch' in their terminals. Android knows this, and that is why it has made the odd tool available to developers. In the system we find an option that includes a kind of 'noch' on the screen. Developers can test it in their applications to adjust content properly.
Skinner settings in Android P. Ability to add virtual night
On the other hand, the first Android P Developer Preview incorporates the possibility of location indoors. Now our location in shopping centers, buildings or premises will be much more exact. Android P will also make the double camera more compatible, the applications will be able to ask permission from the two cameras to guarantee a better experience. Apps that are in the background will have the microphone and camera restricted. With Android P we will also have better task management depending on data usage. That is, the device will be able to detect the speed of the connection so that the different actions it carries out are adjusted to the loading speed.
Finally, Android P will add an option to edit screenshots. As well as tools for a better implementation with artificial intelligence.
Android P, compatible devices and evolution of the betas
At the moment, only devices made by Google are supported. That is, the new Google Pixel 2 and Google Pixel 2 XL. The Google Pixel and Pixel XL are also supported. For the moment, whoever wants to install this Preview must do so manually. Developer Preview 2 will be out in early May. From that date we will be able to enroll in the beta program, and the update will arrive via OTA. The final update is expected to come out early in the third quarter.
