ANDROID 8 OREO

Get your phones ready because Android Oreo is finally here. (That’s right, it’s called Oreo, not Orangina.) After months of betas, an eclipse-themed countdown, and the usual rampant naming speculation, Google has lifted the veil of secrecy from Android O’s full name, and we can start looking ahead to what confectionery Android P will adopt. (My money’s on Petit Four.)

But its name isn’t the only thing that’s sweet about Android 8. While it might not be as jam-packed with features as other Android releases, Android Oreo has plenty of features that make it a must-download, from picture-inpicture to notification changes that will help you keep annoying alerts at bay. So bring your sweet tooth because there’s a lot to chew on.

ANDROID 8 OREO UPDATE FAQ

Can I install it on my phone?

As with any new Android release, the devices on which you can install Oreo on day one are extremely limited. Here’s the list:

• Pixel
• Pixel XL
• Nexus 5X
• Nexus 6P
• Pixel C tablet
• Nexus Player set-top box

Other than those devices, you’ll need to wait for manufacturers and carriers to begin rolling out their own versions of the OS. On the plus side, Google says it’s working with its partners to deliver Android 8 to phones “by the end of this year.” These manufacturers include Essential, General Mobile, HMD (Nokia), Huawei, HTC, Kyocera, LG, Motorola, Samsung, Sharp, and Sony. However, you’ll likely still need a handset released in late 2016 or newer.