Android 4.1 Jelly Bean SDK released by Google

Via its website dedicated to developers, Google announced the release of Jelly Bean SDK, the latest version of its Android operating system.

Google released several new APIs specific to the innovations introduced by Android 4.1 unveiled at the Google I/O. Android 4.1 introduces a brand new home screen to fit the definition on the device. The OS would provide better fluidity, thanks to Triple Buffering, ensuring that the various components work in parallel way, especially tactile controls and interface.

Developers should also take advantage of the new richer notification area. Note also that, improved file sharing can be done via Bluetooth, as well as access to system components, codecs or core network.

Interested developers can gather more information on this page.

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With the launch of the full SDK of Jelly Bean, Android team has used to encourage developers to adapt their applications to the Nexus 7, to display properly on your 7 inch screen to fit the hardware of the tablet. Instagram has been among the first applications to adapt to the Nexus 7 devices. Nick Butcher explains on the official blogs how to get the best advantage of new APIs and Jelly Bean specific functionality to the Nexus 7.