Operating systems are becoming quite significant in our modern devices. Every year newer versions of operating systems are being released with the latest having more features and working better than the previous ones. Choosing the best operating system for your device means better running for your applications hence better services. iOS 8 and Android L are the latest operating system in development due to be released soon. They have some similarities as well as differences on their features.
iOS 8 Operating System
iOS 8 is supposedly the biggest iOS release for both developers and consumers. New features have been incorporated to the new release along with other features being upgraded. The operating system will be available for Apple’s iPhones and iPads. Some of the key features of the iOS 8 include a battery usage indicator, a new set of keyboard, continuity feature involving performing same task on more than one device, new timing camera features, iCloud photo library, interactive notifications, family sharing up to six members, new messaging features, touchID for apps, lock screen app suggestions, iCloud drive for storage purposes, healthkit platform, new siri features, contacts on apps screen for easy accessibility, the weather channel, full-featured safari, and more spotlight results.
All these features are to offer the users with better experience when using their devices and carrying out their daily tasks. The innovation incorporated in this release will leave their users smiling. The operating system is set to be released this fall.
Android L
Android L has been considered as the biggest Android upgrade yet as it comes with a lot of new changes. It will have a new design and it will go beyond the normal mobile platform. The operating system is set to be released this fall as it is eagerly waited by both developers and consumers. Some of the features for this new release is the new design that will go beyond mobile phone to tablet, TV screen, watch, and even car, notification merging with lock screen, interlocking apps, new battery life features, updated android wear, android TV, trusted environment feature, greater web integration, use of ART runtime along Android Extension Pack.
When compared to previous versions, the new version is set to carry out more tasks and do them effectively. Google wanted to make sure that they integrated any new innovation they had on this platform. With the release dates just announced, the new operating system is something to watch out for.
Comparison
The above operating systems have undergone major improvements from their previous versions. One of the major difference is the multi-platform feature on Android L unlike the mobile and tablet platform of iOS 8. Most of the features are similar such ah health features, notification, lock screen apps, new design among many other more.
These platforms are to give the users maximum efficiency when using their devices. With both being released this fall, everyone is anxiously waiting for them.
