This guide introduces the Android 5.0 software available on Nexus and Google Play edition mobile devices. For hardware details for these devices, such as how to insert a SIM card, specs, and so on, visit support.google.com/android. There, you can find comprehensive information about all types of Android phones and tablets, including more details about Nexus and Google Play edition devices and other versions of Android.
If you’re switching to Android from iOS, see http://www.android.com/switch for useful tips on moving your music and more onto your new device.
Android 5.0 features a bold and bright new design, 3D graphics support that are as good as on a desktop computer, and great new features that make your phone work for you:
• Add guest users and other users without providing them access to your email, contacts, and whatever else you don’t want to share.
• Set priorities for notifications and see them when your phone is locked.
• Easier ways to manage battery usage, including a battery sav-er feature to extend battery life.
• More ways to secure your phone.
Android Auto
Android Auto will be supported by most major car manufacturers starting with 2015 models. It allows you to plug in your phone to display your music, contacts, and messages on the car’s built-inscreen. With a simplified interface, integrated steering wheel controls, and powerful new voice actions, it’s designed to minimize distraction so you can stay focused on the road. It’s easy to get where you’re going with free voice-guided navigation via Google Maps, live traffic information, lane guidance, and more.
For more information, visit android.com/auto
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Android TV
Nexus Player (currently available on Google Play) and other settop boxes and TVs coming on the market in 2015 let you watch all your Google Play movies & TV content using Android TV. The Android TV Remote Control app supports voice search and an on-screen keyboard, giving you full control of your TV from your phone or tablet. You can also browse personalized content recommendations from Google Play, YouTube, and your apps. Or use voice search to quickly find what you want: say “Back to the Future,” “Oscar nominated movies from 2006” or “Brad Pitt movies,” and let Android TV do the work.
For more information, visit play.google.com/store/devices
Android Wear
Android Wear watches from LG, Motorola, Sony, and other manufacturers connect your phone to your wrist. Pause, play, and skip music tracks or quickly respond to text messages using only your watch. Android Wear organizes your information, suggests what you need, and shows it to you before you even ask. Get messages from your friends, meeting notifications, and weather updates at a glance.
For more information, visit play.google.com/store/devices
