Android 4.4 KitKat New Features

As the Nexus 5 is available, the latest Android 4.4 revealed its secrets. The new 4.4 KitKat can run on Android devices of all types no matter high-end or low-end. But the first official support is only for the Nexus 5, and then subsequently for Nexus 4, Nexus 7, Nexus 10 as well as other devices like Galaxy S4, HTC One, etc.

In general, the Android KitKat is still a minor updates. Google integrated more of its own service into 4.4; optimized UI to make it more flattening; allowed users to search for acquaintance's telephone number and local service information, etc.

1. The new Dial Panel and intelligent CID.

You will be recommended with the frequently called record according to your habits. For some famous enterprises and public services, Google will automatch the name of them with the online database if you don’t store the number.

2. Optimization for RAM

Android 4.4 optimize the RAM usage which make it run on some old devices smoothly with only 512MB RAM. This may be for the wearable devices.

3. New icon, lock screen, animation and color schemes

All the color design was replaced, and become simpler. The new flattening icon was applied and new animation added which make the UI more beautiful but with a low CPU usage.

4. Active voice function

You can call out the Google Voice Search with only “OK, Google” on the Nexus 5. The feature is not available for all the Android devices.

5. Hangouts IM

The app allows you to chat cross platforms as well as share files like pictures, videos, etc.

6. Full Screen

This can deal with the burn-in problem of some devices. Because it can switch to full screen whenever you enjoy ebook, run any apps. You just need slide to call out the virtual keys.

7. The Emoji Keyboard

The support for Emoji will make your email or message more personalization

8. Google Drive

You can enjoy your online documents with the QuickOffice.

9. Wireless Print

Print documents like photo, webpage, etc. via the Cloud Print

10. Screen Recording

The feature may allow you to record the operations on your device.

11. Subtitle Management

Attach subtitles when play videos

12. low-power audio playback and location mode