Android P’s beta changes up a lot of things we’ve had in Android over the years, but it also removes some fan favorite features. In the last preview users quickly noted that the “clear all” button was removed from multitasking, but now it’s back… If you missed it, the second developer preview for Android P actually removed the “Clear All” button from the multitasking menu to the criticism of many users. Luckily, the company quickly confirmed that the feature would be returning in a future release of Android P. Now, in the third developer preview, that button has returned as Google promised. Just like with the previous iterations of Android’s multitasking menu, you have to swipe all the way to the end of the list to access this option. Once you get there, the option appears and tapping it, obviously, closes out every app you’ve got in the multitasking menu. Whether you use this feature or not, it’s definitely good to see Google listening to feedback with these releases and ensuring that handy features stick around. We’re still digging through Android P’s latest preview. You can check out our roundup of everything that’s new here, and be sure to drop a comment if you find anything yourself if you decide to install the beta. Check out 9to5Google on YouTube for more news: FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More. Check out 9to5Google on YouTube for more news:<doc-sep>Android P Developer Preview 3 is rolling out this morning as the first update following the announcement of several marquee features at I/O 2018. We’re installing the factory images right now to explore the latter, but in the meantime catch up on all the new app features with our updating (reverse chronological) list below. As we dive into Android P DP3 over the coming days, we’ll post the new features and tweaks we find below. (The newest updates will be at top of the list.) This updates includes the final P APIs and SDK for app developers to begin compatibility testing and publish to the Play Store. If you want to install the Android P developer preview on your compatible Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, or Pixel 2 XL, be sure to check out our step-by-step guide. Updating… Smaller LTE icon Green icons in Security settings Likely aimed at better signifying the state of protection, the icons for Google Play Protect, Find My Device, and Security update are now green in DP3, instead of blue. Since Oreo, those respective icons turn red/orange when those security features are disabled or not up-to-date. Android 8.1 DP3 DP3 Date underneath time in notification shade In the notification shade, the time and date no longer appear side-by-side, with the latter now underneath and grouped within the quick settings panel. Unfortunately, when the latter is fully expanded, it’s no longer possible to view the date. DP2 DP3 DP3 Downloads app renamed to Files, again Quick reply for bundled notifications In addition to a new icon, users can now quickly reply to compact, bundled notifications thanks to a new button at the right. Tapping takes users directly to a reply interface. 157 new emoji Android P tweaks the design of existing emoji to be more realistic, while adding new characters, including those that are more diverse and inclusive. Read more here. Recents menu and gesture navigation advancements Gesture navigation launched at I/O 2018 to great controversy, but fortunately Google has listened to that feedback in DP3. Issues like it being hard to just open the app drawer have been resolved by shortening the drag distance, while the swipe gesture to quickly switch between apps is now smoother. Meanwhile, a new prompt guides users through the revamped gesture navigation system. Read about and see all the changes here. New Colors menu preview image The Colors menu features a new image that does a better job of previewing the different color modes. BiometricPrompt API The new security API supports Face and Iris authentication, in addition to the standard fingerprint method, with Google noting that in-display sensors are also supported. Meanwhile, developers will no longer have to build their own dialog in apps, and can instead rely on a new standard system dialog. Clear all in Recents menu As promised by Dave Burke, the new vertical Recents menu now has a “Clear all” button accessible by scrolling to the very left of the apps carousel. Read more here. Android 9 and API Level 28 With the final APIs, Google has officially confirmed that Android P will carry API Level 28. Developers can begin readying apps for the consumer launch of Android P later this summer. Meanwhile, in the “About phone” settings, the Android version is now listed as “9.” FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More. Check out 9to5Google on YouTube for more news:<doc-sep>
Four weeks after entering the Android Beta Program at I/O 2018, the next developer preview of Android P is rolling out today. With this release, developers can begin testing and refining apps with the finalized P APIs and SDK. DP3 is available now to install via OTA or download for the Pixel and Pixel 2. As is typical, the previous release is when Google announces many of the marquee features in front of a developer audience at I/O. For Android P, this includes new gesture navigation and Recents menu, various intelligent features like Adaptive Battery and Brightness, and Digital Wellbeing. Meanwhile, Android P is officially API Level 28 with the final APIs allowing developers to finalize app features specific to the new OS, as well as begin testing the compatibility of older ones. Publishing to Google Play alpha and beta channels is now also supported to begin testing applications with users on the Android Beta Program. Android P DP3 system images are available for the Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, and Pixel 2 XL, with those on the Android Beta Program receiving an update notification shortly. If you need help, be sure to check out our guide on how to enroll in the Android Beta Program or on how to manually install DP3. Factory images and OTAs for build PPP3.180510.008 can be installed immediately for those who don’t want to wait for the Beta. Check out 9to5Google on YouTube for more news: FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More. Check out 9to5Google on YouTube for more news: