7 Cool Things Existing Android Version 4.4 , KitKat
After Jelly Bean , Google seems to have set up the latest version of Android . The first time will be found in the Nexus 5 , it turns out the Android 4.4 version which has the code name of KitKat is carrying a number of significant changes . So the increase in the operating system from Google is not just a number and the name has been change .
1 . Can be used in lower-class phones
Updates are performed during this normally should be coupled so that better hardware specs is often limited only earned premium class smartphone . However , Google is now trying to change this paradigm by improvements in the new operating system . According to Google , Android 4.4 will be able to run even on smartphones with lower specifications , even Google claims that KitKat will be able to run on a smartphone that only has 512 MB of RAM . This is certainly a good news for a long time smartphone users who want to taste Google 's latest operating system .
2 . More smart phone functionality
There are some changes and additional features for contacts and dialer in Android 4.4 version . Now the contact page and dialer has its own search box . Interestingly , the box can be used not only to search for the desired contact , but to seek whatever information there is on Google search engine . Example , the user can type the word coffee in the search box , it will show the locations of vending coffee and coffee places that are around the user complete with contact numbers .
Did not stop there , if the user receives a call from a local company or shop around , then Google will find the name and the image is close to or relevant to the business and then displayed on the screen . So now users can instantly find out where the call is coming even without saving it first contacts . The first thing that crossed my mind is whether this feature will work if there is a call from the bank that offers a range of products almost every day . If this feature can identify calls from telemarketers who sometimes disturbing , it is certain urban consumers will be greeted with joy .
3 . Google Now ! more accessible
At KitKat , Google also brings a few changes to Google Now . If the previous version of Google's Android Now accessible with sliding motion of the bottom or by pressing the capacitive buttons , now Google Now can be accessed by scrolling the page to the left of the Home Screen .
You can also enable Google Now ! with the voice command " OK , Google " . According to Google , Google Now voice commands will be used in all smartphones equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon processor 800 .
4 . Time to Hangout ! !
Major changes occur in the Messaging app or SMS . On Android 4.4 , SMS function , MMS , video calls until the application has been merged into the Hangout . That way , you can see Google Hangout chat and SMS in and out in a single application . This makes it more practical , if you are actively using Google Hangout .
For those who like to wear or emoji emoticons while chatting , KitKat keyboard now includes integrated Emoji . So you can send a variety of cute emoticons to your friends or your girlfriend without installing a separate application .
5 . Better multitasking performance
Google claims that multitasking performance in KitKat will be faster . By optimizing memory usage , you will be able to open more applications at the KitKat . The response of the touch screen is also improved so that you will not be too often one push .
6 . Immersive new mode
In short , KitKat will display to the screen wallpaper . This concept is also performed when displaying e -books and games . With " immersive " mode , the phone will automatically hide the status bar and navigation buttons .
7 . Better printing support
With KitKat , users can print photos , documents and web pages directly from the phone or tablet . You can print to any printers connected to Google Cloud Print and the printer to have applications in the Google Play Store . So no need to move the files to a computer just to print , with a note if your printer in the criteria above .
7 In addition to the changes and new features mentioned above , the Android version 4.4 still save a lot of interesting features and other changes . Examples include support pedometers , panel home screen that are not limited to , the integration of Quickoffice that allows the storage and opening the document , the Email application with a new design , mode of HDR photography + , support for infrared , audio playback with lower power consumption , search music and movies from the lock screen , and many more .
For the moment , the Android version 4.4 is still limited in the Nexus 5 . Yet another update from Google for smartphones such as the Nexus 4 , Nexus 7 , and Nexus 10 will soon be launched , followed by an update to the Samsung Galaxy S4 and HTC Google Play Edition . For KitKat update on your device , please wait or ask each bran.