Android 7.0 Nougat is Google’s new operating system for smartphones and tablets. The successor to Android 6.0 Marshmallow comes with a number of new user-facing features. Let’s have a look at Android Nougats top new features.

Multitasking With Quick Switch And Multi-Window

LG and Samsung users have long been familiar with this feature, but now it is integrated into Android by default: The multi-window support, it is probably the most interesting innovation on Android 7.0 Nougat. Now it is possible that two apps can run and be viewed at the same time in split-screen mode – either side by side or vertically. The size of the two apps can be set via a slider in the middle. This was one of the most requested features from Android users and Google is finally adding it to the OS.

Seamlessly connected to the multi-window support is the new option for switching faster between the last two used app easily by double-tapping the recent button. Now, you don’t need to open the multi-window anymore to get to the last used App. And since we are on the subject of the recent menu, Android 7.0 Nougat comes fortunately with the option to close all used Apps running in the background which was lacking in Android Marshmallow.

New and Cute Emojis

The new Google OS is also followed by new cute crafted Android emojis. In total, you can find in Android 7.0 Nougat more than 1500 really cool emojis which are based on the Unicode 9 standard. Similar to iOS, Google offers more human faces and emojis in several skin tones. Additionally, you have more gender choices such as the female mechanic or homosexual families or new sports like Judo, icons for animals like a bat and even new food and much more.

Improved Power Saving Mode

The second cool feature is the enhanced power saving mode. Google promises with its new OS an improved Doze mode which was one of the most commended features in the previous version 6.0 Marshmallow. This detects when the smartphone is not used for a long time and switch automatically to the power save mode. In addition, the update “Doze on the Go” it is also able to save energy when the device is in your pocket or your bag.

Google’s Daydream VR Support

Attention VR fans, you will definitely love this feature: Android 7.0 Nougat supports Google’s, its new high-quality virtual reality platform for Android. So exciting! This new technology will transport you to new worlds, galaxies, and other unique locations. But sadly, there are just a few smartphones providing this awesome system, for example, the Asus ZenFone AR.

Greater Security

Furthermore, Android 7.0 Nougat includes several new security features. Firstly, your data will be encrypted differently than in previous versions to provide you better protection. Also, a better version of Google’s Trusted Face is provided. This version promises to work better in a low-lighting environment even when you suddenly wear glasses or you shaved off your beard.

Android 7.0 Nougat – Features You Will Love

As you can see, Google’s latest OS comes with a lot of cool and outstanding features. And 2017 is the year of Android Nougat! Many great smartphones with Android 7.0 Nougat were launched this year such as Huawei Mate 9, LG V20, and much more… Let’s check them out!