Android 12L isn’t much different from the regular Android 12, which has only been available on Google’s Pixel smartphones since last week. Actually it’s justa number of new features For current operating system optimized for large screens.
The new version of Android brings new tools and tips to help developers optimize their apps for large-screen devices like foldable smartphones, tablets and Chromebooks (under Chrome OS). Therefore it brings many improvements to the user interface To make Android more usable on big screens. Android 12L is therefore a true point release of the operating system with a new API level of its own. This is the first same-generation update to work this way since Android 8.1 Oreo in 2017.
Google fixed Android 12 flaws on large screens
Android 12L is very similar to Android 12 on smartphones but is optimized for larger screens. Other parts of the system, such as the notifications screen, lock screen, and control menu use a two-column layout so no part of the screen remains unused. Google notes that any screen over 600 dips (device-independent pixels) will display a two-column layout that uses the entire screen.
Another problem that owners of Android tablets and foldable devices often encounter is that applications are not always optimized for large screens. Although Android 12L cannot completely solve this problem, Adds an improved compatibility mode to manage these applications.
On an aesthetic level, Google therefore adds tools that allow developers to:Improve the appearance of applications in different windows or screens. They’ll be able to use custom colors or treatments, apply custom rounded corners, and adjust window positions.
Android 12L introduces a new taskbar
Google has worked to make multitasking more powerful and intuitive in Android 12L. Indeed, Android 12L includes: A new taskbar at the bottom of the interfaceIt is similar to the one found in Chrome OS, but not in Android 12. You can pin frequently used apps and access them when switching between windows.
You can even drag and pin an app to one side or the other of the screenThis will make it much easier to manage multiple applications at once, as you can do in Windows. Additionally, Android 12L allows all apps to automatically switch to split-screen mode, even if they cannot be resized. provide a consistent experience to users.
In Google’s case, the Quick Settings menu is pushed to the left of the screen, while the notification panel is locked to the right side. This gives you the opportunity to:open one app and access both at the same time without closing the other. This feature is expected to work seamlessly on foldable devices and intelligently organize apps when you fold or unfold the smartphones.
When will Android 12L arrive?
Android 12L is now available for developers to start building and testing their apps Using Android 12L emulator via Android Studio. Google also says it’s working with OEM partners to release the 12L update, and the developer preview of Android 12L for the Lenovo P12 Pro tablet is in the works.
According to Google, Android 12L will reach everyone in early 2022, it’s time for a new wave of big-screen Android devices. As a matter of fact, we know that many manufacturers such as OPPO are working on their first foldable smartphone for the end of this year. We also need to explore devices from Honor, Xiaomi and even Vivo.
This could also be a hint that Google is planning to announce the long-awaited Pixel Fold around the same time. We think that this new update of the Android operating system will please users of smartphones such as the Galaxy Z Fold 3 or the future Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra with its giant 14.6-inch screen.
