Google recently unveiled its latest operating system update for Android devices, Android 8.0. The official name of Android 8.0 is going to be Android Oreo.
The good news is that it is already available for select devices and if you own a flagship device of any major mobile manufacturer, you can expect to get an update to Android any time now.
In this article, we take a look at what to expect from Google’s latest OS update, Android Oreo including some of its top features. We also discuss what devices are expected to get an update for Android Oreo.
Where To Download Android Oreo From?
The latest update of Android’s operating system will come as On The Air updates just like all the previous updates in the past. If you have a Pixel or a Nexus device, chances are that you already have received an update to Android 8.0.
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However, if you don’t own a Google device, the wait can be a little longer. Plus, if you are not using a flagship device, you might never get an update to Android 8.0. Google’s official press release elaborates the phone companies that will get the latest update. It states, “hardware makers including Essential, General Mobile, HMD Global Home of Nokia Phones, Huawei, HTC, Kyocera, LG, Motorola, Samsung, Sony, and Sharp are scheduled to launch or upgrade devices to Android 8.0 Oreo "
With this information, we can say that phones like the Samsung Galaxy S8, Moto Z2 Force, Sony Xperia XZ Premium, and Essential Ph-1 among others will surely receive the update. However, it is not easy to predict when.
Now that we know what devices will get an Android 8.0 update, let’s check out the most impressive features that Android Oreo brings to the table.
Every Android update brings in some fresh functionality along with several cosmetic changes, and the Android Oreo is no different. From a new launcher to several software enhancements, the Android 8.0 is laden with mouth-watering features. Here are a few of them:
#1. Faster Boot Times
In the presentation for Android Oreo, Google claimed that the newest version of Android is light, and hence will improve boot times of your phone significantly. We tested the Android Oreo on the Nexus 6P and the initial signs are quite impressive. In our results, we found out that boot times increased by up to 30% than Android Nougat.
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#2. Improved Battery Life
We even found a significant increase in the battery life of the Nexus 6P. Google claims that Android Oreo restricts several background apps and that is what helps in squeezing a few more hours to your phone. Apps running in the background will be deprioritized and that will help in improving the battery life.
#3. Notification Dots
While iOS has had this feature for a while, it makes a debut into the Android world with Android 8.0. Now, you can see how many notifications you have on each app, separately.
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#4. New Emojis
What amused us the most, was the addition of several new emojis. The older emojis are also revamped and now you can have rounder faces.
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So, there you have it. All you had to know about Android 8.0 and its features. Below is a video where you can see all the other features. If you found this article informative, let us know in the comments below.
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It has many features, which can help you to enhance your phone’s performance. It extends the battery life by its advanced core processor. It improves the Bluetooth connectivity with any device. The text selection gets smarter. You can easily find integrated widgets for your application. You can also experience the animated clock modification setup that has been done in this version of Android. It is all-together a basic but not an archaic modification for Android Oreo 8.0.