As most devices wait for the update to Android 12, we see how Google is already working on its next version. At the end of last October, the company announced Android 12L, the version of the operating system suitable for larger screens, launching its first preview in the Android Studio emulator, promising that the beta would reach the first devices in December, and it’s as it has been. .
Google launched Android 12L beta in a selection of devices so that we can already test the News what will this offer us Android 12 improved version and optimized for tablets and folding.
Android 12L beta 1, what’s new
With the first beta of Android 12L developers and the few supported devices will be able to take advantage of the new user experience who offers the new interface suitable for large screenssuch as the new two-column layout that will be displayed on screens over 600 dpi for quick settings and notifications or the lock screen, as well as other interface changes for the home screen and Moreover.
Android 12L will also improve multitasking on large screens thanks to its new task bar. It will allow users to quickly switch between their favorite apps on the go with just drag and drop applications in mode split screen.
Other improvements included Android beta 1 These are the last bug fixes, optimizations, and security fixes for December 2021. Additionally, Google has some good news for developers as they finalized APIs earlier than expected. Android 12L Beta 1 includes the official 12L APIs (API level 32), with which they can already start creating applications that express the novelties of Android 12L.
Compatible devices – How to update
Android 12L beta 1 It is now available for download for the Lenovo Tab P12 Pro tablet and for the Google Pixel 3a, Pixel 3a XL, Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5 and Pixel 5a. For the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, the update is coming soon.
To update the Lenovo Tab P12 Pro we have to visit Lenovo Android 12L preview website. To update to Android 12L on Compatible with pixels We need to register the device in the Android Beta program for the update to arrive via OTA.
Upcoming versions
Next January will arrive the second beta of Android 12L and in February the second and last beta. The final version of Android 12L is expected in the first quarter of 2022so it should arrive no later than March, unless there are last minute delays.
Via | Google
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