And the name of Android O is\u2026 Android Oreo. That shouldn\u2019t come as much of a surprise seeing as Google accidentally referenced the delicious treat ahead of today\u2019s reveal.<\/p>\n
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The famous chocolate cookie, which was introduced more than a hundred years ago, always seemed like the obvious choice as the name of Google\u2019s next mobile update. The company has used a popular treat name before\u2014Android K was Kit Kat\u2014so today\u2019s announcement was expected.<\/p>\n
Oreo is one of the most recognizable names in the food industry, making Google\u2019s decision all the more safe. Besides, what other desert was the company going to choose? Oatmeal isn\u2019t exactly looked upon with the same reverence as a bag of Oreos.<\/p>\n
We can likely expect plenty of promotional tie-ins as Google attempts to get the word out. Hey, our new mobile software has a name! as Jimmy crams his face with cookies. Is an Oreo even a cookie? Or is it technically a sandwich? That\u2019s a debate for another day.<\/p>\n
If you aren\u2019t up to speed with what\u2019s new in Android Oreo, the software improves notifications, a tweaked launcher design, support for picture-in-picture, and more. You can read about the software\u2019s best features in the link down below.<\/p>\n
As to when you\u2019ll be able to get your hands on the final release, it\u2019s complicated. Android 8.0 Oreo will be uploaded to the Android Open Source Project today, with updates being carrier tested for the Pixel, Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P. It\u2019s unclear, however, when an OTA will be available.<\/p>\n