Android M: Top Features That You Need To Know

Introducing Android MGoogle has announced the latest version of Android, called Android M, at its annual Google I/O developer conference on May 28. The pre-release version for developers will debut today. Much like how Android Lollipop was originally previewed under the name Android L, the next major release of Android is being referred to as Android M.

This new version, Android M, will be out later in the year. However, those with certain Nexus devices can download the preview starting today.

Top Android M FeaturesGoogle has redesigned how App Permissions work. Presently, users either have a choice between accepting all the permissions requested by an app in order to install it, or simply choose not to install the app altogether. With Android M, users will be able to modify individual app permissions with ease.1. App Permissions

Top Android M FeaturesGoogle Now is receiving a major update, making it more powerful than ever. The digital assistant is getting a new feature called 'Now on Tap' that aims to suggest relevant apps based on your context. For example, if someone using WhatsApp asked you to meet up for dinner at a restaurant, Google Now will show reviews of the restaurant, as well as suggest apps to the user using which you could book a table at said restaurant.2. Google Now - Now on Tap

Top Android M FeaturesAndroid Pay is a long-awaited update to Google Wallet thats taking on on Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, and all those other smartphone-based payment systems out there. Users would be able to store their credit cards on Android Pay. Android Pay will come pre-installed in AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon devices. Further, Android Pay will be accepted as a method of payment in over 700,000 stores in the US.3. Android Pay

Top Android M FeaturesAndroid M will be the first version of Android that supports fingerprints at the API level. That means if your phone has a fingerprint scanner, apps can use your fingerprint for authorization instead of a password or PIN. This includes apps like password managers, as well as for payments, like with Android Pay.4. Fingerprint Support

Top Android M FeaturesAndroid M will feature a smart power-managing feature called Doze. This feature works by letting system optimally manage the background processes. The OS keeps a tab on the motion detection sensor and if there is no activity for a long time, the system shuts down some processes.5. Improved Battery Life

Top Android M FeaturesA new feature added to Google Chrome allows developers to insert webviews into their app in a seamless manner. Isn't it annoying when you have to switch to Chrome browser when you're opening stories (links) that show up on your Facebook feed? Well, Chrome Custom Tabs enables for displaying the website content from within Facebook.6. Chrome Custom Tabs

Top Android M FeaturesBesides making our batteries last longer, Android M is also bringing faster charging with USB-C support, which is a new type of USB connector which, like Apple's Lightning connector, can be plugged in either way round and allows for faster and easier charging. Google claims devices with USB-C connectors will charge 3 to 5 times faster than the current microUSB offerings on the market.7. USB Type-C Support

Top Android M FeaturesAndroid M has a new feature called Direct Share which gives you quick links to sharing messages with a specific person via a specific app. So, if you frequently send your significant other pictures via Hangouts, Android M will recognize this habit and offer a single button to let you share directly with them.8. Direct Share

Top Android M Features Deep Linking Between Apps Volume Controls Text selection Data Usage API for work profiles Bluetooth SAP Unified app settings view Improved trusted face reliabilityOther Android M Features Like..

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