As of December 2018, there were over 100 Android One smartphone models. In the years that followed, the Android One program expanded to target more territories and global releases, and to include mid-range and high-end devices as well. A goal of the program was to accelerate the availability of newer versions of Android on such devices.
The Android One program began in 2014, and was first positioned as a reference platform for low-end devices targeting emerging markets such as India. Devices that run Android One receive OS updates for at least two years after their release, and security patches for at least three years.
In comparison to many third-party Android devices, which ship with a manufacturer's customized user interface and bundled apps, these devices run near- stock versions of Android with limited modifications, and a focus on Google services (although they may still feature software enhancements to support the features of included hardware, such as cameras).
No app download needed.ĭynamic System UpdatesThis feature allows developers to load a different system image on their device for testing without affecting their original system image.Not to be confused with Android 1.0 or One UI.Īndroid One is a family of third-party Android smartphones promoted by Google. This is easy on the eyes, and helps save battery, too.Īndroid AutoAndroid Auto now comes built-in, so you can simply plug in your phone and start using Android on your car's display. Just pull it down, scroll to the bottom and tap manage in the bottom left hand corner.ĭark themeYou can now turn your UI and first-party apps dark by activating Dark theme in Settings. Manage notificationsIt's easier to find and manage notifications Settings straight from the notifications panel. Silent and alerting notifications are separated in the notifications bar, making it easier for you to see what needs your attention. Priority notificationsWith Android 10, you can organize and prioritize notifications by marking them as "silent" or "alerting". Go backwards and forwards, pull up the homescreen, and swipe up to see your open apps.Ĭontaminant detectionIf moisture or debris is detected in your USB port, a notification will be sent to you and accessories will not function. Gesture navigationNew ways to navigate around your phone without using any buttons. Privacy settingsYou can now view and control all of your privacy settings - from App Permissions to Web & App Activity to Location History - from one, simple place in your settings.
So you get these fixes as soon as they are available. With Google Play system updates, important Security and Privacy fixes can now be sent directly to your phone from Google Play, just the same way all your other apps update. And in Android 10, you'll get them even faster and easier. Google Play system updatesAndroid devices already get regular security updates. "ELS" can send enhanced location directly from Android handsets to emergency services when an emergency call is placed. Want to change that access? Simply go to your settings.Īndroid Emergency Location ServicesAndroid helps keeps you safe when urgent situations occur. If an app has access to location data all the time, then Android will remind you with a one-time notification. When an app asks permission to access your location information, you can now award it access all the time, while the app is in use, or deny it access. New location controls and reminderYou now have more control over how, or if, your location data is shared.