‘Google’, which has recently established itself as a kid to ‘Alphabet Inc.’ – the parent company of Google is now well known because of its popular smartphone operating system, the Android. Google, as a matter of fact, keeps updating the operating system annually by launching a newer and better version of Android. The idea behind recurring OS update is to ensure users with a simple and smart user interface so that the smartphone experience be a breeze for users. Many of us are still waiting for Android Pie to roll out to our phones, however Android Q which is the upcoming version of Android is already in the works at Google HQ. Let’s explore in this blog, about Android Q and it’s upcoming features.
Despite being an open-source operating system, Google has always demonstrated some strict limitations and permission over Android app development and testing. However, with the features integrated into Google’s latest versions of Android, it can easily be seen that the tech-giant has started having a bit of concern for app developers as well. Earlier, some amazing features of the latest Android operating systems, e.g., the Android Pie and Orio paved the path of an easy and hassle-free app development process.
Android 9.0 Pie, the smartphone OS launched previously was already an overhaul of its predecessor, the Android 8.0 Orio. And, the trend is certain to happen and set with the launch of Android Q.
Let’s take a look back at some of the amazing features of Android Pie 9.0
We are all aware of the fact the tech giant always gives all its Android versions a name after a particular dessert/sweet. But, no sources have given us even a single clue how Google is going to name its newest OS version, the Android Q, that might probably be the Android version 10 Now, Google is planning to provide even more leverage to best Android app developers with its latest Android OS launch – the Android Q.
New Possibilities with Android Q
The tech companies that are engaged in android and iOS app development; and smartphone programming are not much delved or interested in the name what Google is going to give its latest Android version. What they are all eyes on actually is – permission and accessibility enhancement for app development and its improved features. If you are wondering of what the Android Q- the latest smartphone operating system holds within for app developers and smartphone companies, then it is the right place for you. The following points will perhaps give you some instances of the latest OS launch that is yet waiting to be launched soon.
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Take an insight into Android Q and its expected features from the following points that are possibly arriving to ease the course of your app development process:
Ease on Eye with the New System-Wide Dark Mode Feature
Google has already rolled out this in the news that the new Android devices will make their way over to system-wide dark mode with Android Q. The feature to enable the dark mode will also be fairly easy straight from the display setting. Though the night mode had been spotted in previous Android OS versions, this is the first time the system-wide dark mode feature has been integrated into any OS officially. It will be equally beneficial for users and developers minimizing their eye strain even with smartphone use and app developing.
Permission in New OS is a bit Enhanced
The Android Q has been revamped thoroughly and integrated with the new privacy features that allow users to have more and better control over smartphone application permissions. This is being speculated as per the leaked build and if the sources are found to be true, the permission flexibility will pave the path for app developers to get granted for easy and extended app access. The move will simply help app developers to get clear on app permission whether the access is allowed or denied.
New Accessibility Additions
The tech world is also believed to be rolling over rumors of new accessibility features in the Android Q. The new OS seems to have updated with the ‘time to take action’ and ‘time to read’ option. The thing that is noteworthy with the feature is that not all app necessarily support this setting. The mobile app development companies have to seek support for the feature from other sources. But, the feature will be built-in with the new Android update and it will probably make app development things easier for developers.
Wrapping Up
That’s all! These features which are expected in the upcoming version will take the War of best Android OS version to a next level. If believe on recent news sources, the Android Q will seemly appear not before the Q1 2019. That’s not too much to be impatient about how the new OS will get a hold of smartphone users and app developers with the new features integrated into it. Wait until the time ripens for the real announcement from Google. Hopefully, the new OS will as useful for best app developers as it’s for smartphone users. Besides, if you have an app idea, which is for Android users on their latest OS, then you can hire top android app development company Fluper, who are having expertise in fully functional and innovative apps.
