Again, Google I/O developer conference brings plenty of exciting things for android app developer. In this event, Google focused on helping developers by providing new designing tools and techniques. Discussions were also held on new Android OS, wearable technology and next Android products like Android TV, Android Auto and Google fit. What’s more exciting is the announcement of new Material Design Language which turns the outdated Holo look into a consistent one.
Read on to know deeply about each topic discussed on Google I/O 2014.
Android “L”
Read on to know deeply about each topic discussed on Google I/O 2014.
Android “L”
Android L is the name of the latest version of Android. Google hasn’t yet disclosed anything about what does “L” stand for? But it indicated the main purpose of this new OS. Android L will exclusively run ART (Android Runtime) to boost the speed of apps. Moreover, it holds better control over notifications, making them appear at the correct time and place.
Android Wear
Android Wear
In conference, Google released the official SDK for Android wear. Additionally, it gave a lot and complete guidance on how to build better performing apps for the platforms. Two way communications between phone and watch can now be possible with new APIs. Android Wear watches are available for purchase by LG and Smartphone, but for Motorola 360, you have to wait up to the next month.
Android Studio
Android Studio
Finally, Android studio switched from Alpha to Beta status. With the launch of Android Studio IDE, new tools arrived to help developers work with Android wrist, the road and the TV. Enhanced layout designer, tighter Gradle integration and lots more updates were announced along with a new Beta version of Android Studio.
Android TV and Android Auto
Android TV and Android Auto
Android TV and Android Auto, both are now ready to enter with a new platform into our living rooms and cars as well. Using the same tools, developers can build apps for Android TV and Android auto. According to the new estimations on Android TV, by 2015, Smart Tvs will be in existence from Philips, Sony, Sharp and TP Vision, running Android OS.
Google Fit
Google Fit
Google announced “Google Fit” – an open platform to track health and fitness details of Android users. Using sensors on mobile devices and wearable’s, users will become able to handle various health and fitness related data to get better recommendations.
New Material Design Language
New Material Design Language
At this time, Google’s whole team put a lot effort in making new material design language. 3D paper models, user research, lightning and shadow studies are the name of some tools used to create the new material design. Well, it is clear that Google focused on modern designs that fit perfectly with current design trends. In upcoming months, users might experience floating action buttons, layered views with great shadows and animated transitions in their Android device.
Enterprise Features
Enterprise Features
Good news for Enterprise app users, Android Work delivers all the essential features – an enterprise app must have to ease the work. Now, one can maintain a perfect balance between work and personal data by keeping them separate using a single app. Other than this, IT administration of profiles and policies, BYOD support, internally app distribution features were also introduced by Google. Additionally, MS office documents were also integrated to strengthen the position of Android at enterprise world.
Android Cardboard
Android Cardboard
Android Cardboard is something you can’t compare with any android device, android wear or any other android product. It reveals a virtual reality approach in a sophisticated manner. Android Cardboard allows you to make your own wearable glasses and experience the world of virtual reality with your smartphone.
Conclusion
Google I/O revealed great products and services for android users as well as for android app developer . New set of tools and techniques will ease the work for developers; also gave them an opportunity to raise their creativity for developing innovative apps. Android L will prove to be a great update for android lovers. Wait for Android TV and Android Auto will soon reach to the end. Enterprise app users can now store data more securely than even before. Overall, it’s going to be a fun with new Android products.
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Conclusion
Google I/O revealed great products and services for android users as well as for android app developer . New set of tools and techniques will ease the work for developers; also gave them an opportunity to raise their creativity for developing innovative apps. Android L will prove to be a great update for android lovers. Wait for Android TV and Android Auto will soon reach to the end. Enterprise app users can now store data more securely than even before. Overall, it’s going to be a fun with new Android products.
Related: Google I/O: Everything You Need to Know About New Launches and Changes in Technology from Google