Android 12: this is what the new interface looks like

Our colleagues at XDA Developers have addressed this issue an internal Google document It introduces some of the new features of Android 12. This document is intended for the brand’s partners, including Android smartphone manufacturers. It includes screenshots that show the changes to the interface and helps developers prepare for the update distribution.

The media claims “I have seen evidence of the authenticity of the document”We’ll give this leak some credence, given XDA’s reputation and the expectations for Android 12. We’ll take a look at the new features seen in the screenshots below.

What’s new in Android 12?

First of all, Google clearly Notification panel interface has been redesigned. The Mountain View company is replacing transparency effects with an opaque, light beige background. The color changes when dark mode is on or off, according to XDA. Android will now only show 4 icons in Quick Settings instead of 6 in Android 11.

First of all we see New indicators to protect privacy and confidentiality Android users in the right corner of the screen. It is a green square with a “camera” icon and a “microphone” icon. This indicator in the status bar transparently shows that the front camera and microphone are being used by an application. A similar solution is also available on iOS. In this way, Google wants to prevent a corrupt application or malware from using the microphone or camera without the knowledge of the smartphone owner.

By clicking on this indicator, the user can view a pop-up window offering the following: Complete list of Android apps that currently use microphone and camera. Through this window, it is possible to deactivate these two elements by unchecking the relevant box. This window dedicated to privacy also allows you to disable geolocation tracking with a single click. With Android 12, Google clearly aims to make it easier for users to access settings to protect their privacy and data. It is said that Google plans to go even further in the future with restrictions inspired by iOS 14.

Finally, Google has made some changes to the design of widgets on Android. Screenshots shown a new widget designed expressly for “Conversations”. According to XDA, this widget will focus on all the user’s conversations, whether it’s Google Messages, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Telegram or Signal. It will show recent messages and missed calls. As we can see, this widget also shows birthday notifications. This is clearly a multitasking option that aims to make it easier to exchange messages with loved ones.

Google to impose privacy settings on Android manufacturers

According to the documentation viewed by XDA Developers, Google wants to implement conversation widget and privacy indicators to all Android manufacturers. In concrete terms, all Android skins, whether One UI, MIUI or OxygenOS, will need to integrate these new features into their interfaces. It is not uncommon for Google to impose certain features on its Android partners. This was especially true for gesture navigation, which was launched with Android 9 Pie.

In conclusion we will remember that These aren’t the only new things in Google’s boxesThe latest news is that Android 12 will also allow you to customize the color of apps, automate the display of two apps at once with App Pairs, and hibernate apps.

It won’t be long before Google releases the first beta version of Android 12 to developers. If the company sticks to its usual schedule, Developer-only preview will be available by the end of February 2021. The final version of the Android 12 update is not expected to be released until next September. In the meantime, feel free to share your thoughts on the new features seen in the screenshots. We’re looking forward to your feedback in the comments below.

Source : XDA