Google revealed the preview edition of Android P at this year's Google I/O event. Since the operating system is still going through tests, there will be functions added and removed as the weeks pass. Read on to learn about the most promising features of this work in progress.
The Best New Features of Android P
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Top Android P improvements you need to know
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Indoor positioning
If you’re having trouble finding your way around a huge complex like a mall or factory, Android P can help with a feature called WiFi Round-Trip-Time, which triangulates your device’s position in relation to the building’s WiFi access points.
Google suggests business-friendly phones
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Use Single Sign-On to Tackle Account Sprawl
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How to secure your Android phone
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Spectre and Meltdown vs. virtual desktops
On January 3, 2018, two hardware flaws were announced that affect nearly every computer sold within the last 20 years. Every virtualization service available relies on vulnerable computers, but you needn’t worry -- almost every vendor has already protected your virtual machines.