Google has launched an all out attack on Apple with a new range of Android software and a free online photo storage service. At its I/O conference in San Francisco, the firm revealed a new version of its phone software called Android M, believed to stand for Milkshake, which it claims could double the battery life of some handsets, and also includes a new built in payment system.
It also revealed new smartwatch software, a plan to power home appliances with a new project called Brillo, and an online photo and video service which will keep unlimited snaps online for free.
It also showed off a virtual reality system to allow schoolchildren to easily go on virtual field trips. Among dozens of announcements, it also said it would add offline direction s to Google Maps, and let users in developing countries download YouTube videos to watch later. The firm became the latest to try and make home appliances 'smart'.
'Wouldn't it be great if you can connect to more devices in your home and out and about,' said Google's Sundar Pichai.
'The possibilites go well beyond a smart home.
'Farmers and even a city's transportation could be controlled.
'We see a range of opportunities that are endless.
ANDROID M - WHAT IT WILL DO
Will include fingerprint recognition
Overhauled app permissions to try and allay privacy fears
Google Pay will let people use phone as a credit card
Chrome custom tabs to make viewing web pages easier
Will boost battery life of existing devices, doubling battery life in some cases
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