Android 12: This is what the upcoming Google OS could look like

of Nils Ahrensmeier on February 09, 2021, 18:28 | Write a comment

Mockup: XDA /TechnikNews

Android 12 is expected to get its first developer beta this month, but the first screenshots may already have leaked.

These were published by our colleagues from XDA Developer PortalThe screenshots appear to be from Google's internal documents that were sent to manufacturers such as Samsung and Xiaomi for the development of their Android S versions. XDA was unable to verify these sources 100 percent, but they look very real. The first new functions can already be seen on them.

Android 12 privacy

The first new features revolve around privacy, which has moved into the focus of Google in recent years. As in iOS, Android 12 should show when the camera and when the microphone is being used or has just been used. These can then also be switched off directly in the software. Above all, this should create more confidence when the camera or when the microphone is used by which app.

: Android 12 should place even more emphasis on privacy. (Image: XDA-Developers)

: If the camera or microphone is in use, this will be indicated. (Image: XDA-Developers)

: The camera or microphone can then be switched off via software. (Image: XDA-Developers)

: If the camera app is using the microphone or the camera, it will be displayed in the top right corner. (Image: XDA-Developers)

Android 12 widgets

There seem to be other innovations in the widgets, which have had competition from iOS in the last year. The iOS widgets have been hailed as a better implementation in the media and by users and Google seems to have heard the feedback. The widgets in Android S seem to have been given new designs. A new "Conversations" widget also appears to be introduced.

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