Android 12 Update from Google: Google is anticipated to follow its annual trend with the launch of the first Android 12 Developer Preview this month. Leaked information suggests a significant visual overhaul in the Android 12 interface.
Despite the circulating mock-ups, Google’s official announcement regarding Android 12 is still awaited. 9to5Google reports that Google was developing an advanced theming system for Android 12 last month.
Design concepts from RKBDI, leaked through XDA, reportedly originated from Google’s briefings with OEM partners. Google Android 12 is set to introduce a refreshed interface and enhanced privacy features, marking significant strides for the platform this year.
Google Android 12 New Features Preview
An early preview of Android 12 reveals exciting new features on the horizon. The upcoming Android version boasts fresh widgets, a dramatically redesigned UI, and privacy enhancements reminiscent of iOS 14. Google appears to draw significant inspiration from Samsung’s One UI for its next Android iteration. Also Read – Control Centre to get major changes in iOS 15, bring other design changes
Screenshots of Google Android 12 display a design strikingly similar to Samsung’s One UI 3.1. The design incorporates comprehensive UI elements and a variety of widgets. A minimalist theme is evident in the new icons, and all menus feature an opaque sand color scheme. The system-wide use of the Google Sans font is also noteworthy.
Per the video, the initial mockup displays multiple ‘Conversation’ widgets, highlighting ‘Recent messages, missed calls, and activity statuses.’ Each conversation widget showcases the sender’s profile picture and a preview of the message. Also Read – iPadOS 15 announced at Apple WWDC 2021 event: what’s new, features, and release date
These widgets collectively hint at Google’s strategy to evolve a people-centric operating system this year, following the path of Android 11. Also Read – Apple iOS 15, iPadOS 15 features leaked online: New homescreen for iPad, smarter notification for iPhone
Android 12: Revamped Icons
Additional features include extended theming to app icons. Icons for Phone, Clock, and Camera now harmonize with the background wallpaper. The Pixel Launcher has been reconfigured to align left. The weather display has been repositioned above the day and date on the latest Google Android 12 OS. Also Read – Apple watchOS 10 concept: New Home Screen with widgets, Live Activities, and more
Android 12: Revamped Notifications
In the subsequent image, a black strip is visible above the search field. This could potentially enable users to exit views via a downward drag, introducing a fresh UI element. The Widgets screen has evolved beyond a mere carousel collection. It now presents as a scrollable list in a drop-down format. Also Read – Happy Birthday Amazon Alexa, turns 3 in India
Android 12: Revamped Notification Cards
The Notifications Shade in Google Android 12 showcases a blurred backdrop, uniformly themed in a sand hue. Notification cards, featuring enhanced corner curvature and improved app icon previews, are a highlight. Users retain the ability to expand notifications. Notably, the quick settings toggle positioned at the top is significantly larger. Also Read – Android 12 Developer Preview 2 available, brings design improvements
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Apps Privacy and Notifications
On the privacy front, Google alerts users when the microphone or camera is in use. A green pill, shrinking to a circle, will be displayed in the top right corner of the status bar. Tapping the notification sheet will yield further details about the specific settings. Also Read – Income Tax website gets errors and glitches in its initial days: FM asks Infosys to fix issues
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Unified Privacy Settings Page
In latest Google Android 12 UI, an unified Privacy settings page will allow users to “Mute microphone”, “Disable camera” and turn on/off Location at high-level. Also Read – WhatsApp working on new Mute Video feature, lets user mute video before sending
Google Android 12, currently in its initial stages, presents design leaks that are merely previews. All elements are subject to change. These mock-ups aim to communicate the key features of Android 12 to smartphone manufacturers. Also Read – Dell India launches Inspiron 13, 14, and 15 series laptops: Specs, Price in India
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