12 new features that can be used after updating to Android 12

12 new features available after updating to Android 12

The other day, the full version of Android 12 was released for Pixel devices. Many of you may have already tried this OS and got used to its new interface, features and settings. While not much has changed since Android 11, there are some changes and new features that we would like to highlight in this article.

1. Redesigned interface with "Material You" design language

Let's start with the most notable change in Android 12: the new theme. Android 12's "Material You" has a completely new look compared to Android 11, with larger icons, rounded menus and windows, and smoother animations. It also has a completely new layout, incorporating new features directly into the core of the user interface. Of particular note are: Custom Themes: The redesigned "Material You" now allows users to create custom themes. You can change the smartphone wallpaper and adjust the colors of fonts, menus, widgets and icons by going to "Settings" → "Wallpaper and style". New widgets and conversation pinning: Speaking of widgets, Android 12 has some new widgets. This includes the ability to pin text conversations to your home screen for easy access. Press and hold an empty space on the home screen and select "Widgets" to open the menu. On-device search: The Google search bar can now search files, folders, contacts, text conversations, and apps on your phone. New Emojis: Added new emojis. About 400 Android emoji images have been updated.

2. Improved Quick Settings, Notifications, and Shortcuts

In addition to major changes to the overall UI of Android 12, the quick settings menu and notification drawer have been redesigned and reorganized, and multiple New shortcuts, new layout, and multiple enhancements to . To see the new quick settings menu, swipe down from the top screen to open the basic shortcuts and notifications drawer. From here you can: Tap "Internet" to view your Internet connection settings, where you can quickly switch between Wifi networks or turn mobile data on or off. Tap "GPay" to access your Google Pay wallet. You can enable "Do Not Disturb Mode". You can enable/disable Bluetooth. Swipe down again to reveal the full screen of quick settings. You can also swipe down with two fingers to open the full screen of quick settings to the right. The full menu contains even more shortcuts and media playback controls. Tap the 'pencil' icon to customize your quick settings shortcuts. Added toggles for dark theme, "Extra dim" mode, data saver mode, and more. Tap the "Settings" icon to jump to the device settings menu. Tap the "Power" icon to reveal power on/off and restart buttons. There are some new shortcuts here, so take some time to customize the layout to your liking.

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