Android 8.0 Oreo
What's New
Android 8.0 Oreo introduces significant developer capabilities including Picture-in-Picture, Notification Channels, and the Autofill Framework while implementing stricter background execution and file access policies. The release adds Java 8 language support, Neural Networks API for ML inference, and adaptive icons for modern design patterns. Developers must test compatibility and address behavior changes, particularly around background services and file permissions.
Highlights
- Picture-in-picture mode enables multitasking with floating video windows
- Notification channels provide granular control over notification behavior and grouping
- Autofill framework streamlines credential and form data entry
- Adaptive icons support dynamic, maskable icon designs across devices
- Neural Networks API enables on-device machine learning inference
- Java 8 language APIs including lambdas and streams support
- Downloadable fonts reduce app size and enable dynamic typography
Breaking Changes
- Background execution limits restrict implicit broadcasts and background services
- Stricter file access permissions require scoped storage for external files
- Installation from unknown sources now requires per-app permission grants
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