When reviewing Android, you will definitely find a long article, so please provide coffee and snacks to make it comfortable to read.
After the success of Android 11, Google has released its newest Android operating system which has undergone various improvements, namely Android 12. This latest operating system was initially only available on Google's Pixel smartphones, but slowly this operating system began to appear in a number of other smartphone brands.
The Android 12 operating system itself gets an update which is the biggest update in recent years. This is done to provide convenience for every Android user through new features. Where, there are new features with a design that has changed significantly from the previous generation. Then, what new features are available on the Android 12 operating system?. Check out the following explanation.
Material Design You with Dynamic Theme
Android 12's new features appear in the design section which is now called Material You. Where, the design will appear on the Android device section as well as a number of Google services with a focus on color and customization. That way, users can choose the color, contrast, size of the elements, line width, and a few things according to their wishes.
In addition, the theme is quite dynamic which refers to the color of the wallpaper and is applied to all elements including the lockscreen, widgets, notification panel, and applications. Android 12 itself tends to use light and pastel colors. However, if you are not satisfied with the default color, you can adjust and choose the color you want to use.
New Widget Design with Quick Settings Panel
The new features of Android 12 then come in the widget section which has a new and more pleasing appearance. Where, this new widget will adjust the colors that are in line with the Material You theme. In addition, the widget has been given a number of new APIs to improve its performance, thus helping developers to update their appearance and functionality.
Each user can also personalize the widget they want to use so that it looks more suitable on the home screen display. Coupled with the Quick Settings Panel which also underwent an overhaul with small buttons replaced with larger rectangular buttons with rounded corners. That way, the display is much larger, easier to read, and able to accommodate more information.
Scrolling Screenshots
Furthermore, there is a new feature called scrolling screenshots that makes it easier to take screenshots or screenshots. Where, by clicking the Capture More button, users can immediately capture the screen while scrolling. This clearly makes it easier for users who don't have to bother doing screenshots several times. This feature allows taking pictures without keeping a long and bulky list.
Improved Auto-Rotate and One-handed Mode Features
Basically, the auto-rotate feature is determined based on the accelerometer sensor so that when you rotate the smartphone, the screen will adjust the user's view. Therefore, on Android 12 auto-rotate is adjusted to face detection so that the smartphone screen will detect faces and rotate when the face orientation changes. This will not make the screen rotate even when lying on its side.
In addition, Google also added a one-handed mode feature on Android 12 which makes it easier for users to use smartphones with one hand. Users are required to activate this feature by going to the Settings menu, then selecting System and Gestures and then activating one-handed mode.
Activating Google Assistant in a New Way
If on the Android 11 operating system you are required to say “Ok, Google” when activating Google Assistant, then on Android 12 you only need to long press the power button to activate Google Assistant. Coupled with the latest Quick Tap feature from Android 12 which allows users to open certain applications, screenshots, open Google Assistant, and other activities by tapping the back of the phone twice.
Privacy Dashboard
The Android 12 operating system also brings a new privacy dashboard that allows users to see the access permissions of each app and also how often the app is used. With this latest feature, of course users can monitor or revoke access permissions from this privacy dashboard.
In addition, to share the location, users can choose to share the approximate location or exact location according to the application used.
Microphone and Camera Indicator
The last new feature that is the advantage of Android 12 is in the microphone and camera indicators. Where, this feature will
