Android Marshmallow introduces a number of noteworthy changes to Google's mobile operating system, from more powerful features in Google Now to better app permission management and performance boosting tools. But to make the most of these new features, you'll need to set them up and learn how to use them.
Marshmallow debuted last year with the release of Google's own Nexus 5X and 6P smartphones. It should also ship on most flagship phones released in 2016, as recently released phones including Samsung's Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge. (An over-the-air update notification will alert you when Android Marshmallow arrives on your phone.)
After Google Now, one of Marshmallow's biggest highlights is increased control over app permissions. Here's how to manage the new granular permissions used in the updated OS. READ MORE
Google's mobile payment system is front and center with Marshmallow, letting you pay with your smartphone (and with a touch of your finger if you've got a phone with a fingerprint sensor). Find out where you can use Android Pay and how to add credit, debit and loyalty cards.
The powerful Google Translate feature adds a new capability in Android Marshmallow: It can translate within any app that supports text selection.
Marshmallow debuted last year with the release of Google's own Nexus 5X and 6P smartphones. It should also ship on most flagship phones released in 2016, as recently released phones including Samsung's Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge. (An over-the-air update notification will alert you when Android Marshmallow arrives on your phone.)
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Here's our guide for what to expect with Android Marshmallow and how to optimize the new features added to your phone's OS.
How to Use Google Now on Tap
The marquee Now on Tap feature puts Google's searching strengths front and center on your smartphone. But to take advantage of Now On Tap, you've got to turn it on first and then learn a few tips for making the most of this new feature.
How to Activate Google Now
You can access Google Now even more quickly with Marshmallow, as the updated OS lets you activate Google Now from your phone's lock screen. Here's how to set up Google Now to respond to your voice.
How to Manage App Permissions
Marshmallow introduces a new memory manager that can reveal which apps are using up your phone's RAM. Here's how to use the memory manager to boost performance.
How to Manage Doze Mode
Google added another way to squeeze more performance from your Android phone with Marshmallow's Doze Mode, which increases battery life by ceasing all but the most critical functions of your phone while it's at rest. Here's how to make sure notifications from your most important apps still get through.
How to Set Do Not Disturb
In Marshmallow, the Do Not Disturb feature offers a great way to only be pinged with the type of alerts you specify. But Marshmallow introduces many different customization options you should learn about.
How to Set Up and Use Android Pay
How to Use Android Pay for In-App Purchases
You can also use Android Pay when you're buying something within an app. Here's how to set up and use that feature.
How to Change Default Apps
Selecting your app of choice for browsing, messaging and more used to be a convoluted process in Android. Marshmallow streamlines changing your default apps to just a few taps.
How to Delete an App
The latest version of Android introduces a streamlined method for deleting apps from your home screen. We'll show you how it works.
How to Translate Text in Any App
How to Customize Android Marshmallow with System UI Tuner
Android Marshmallow offers a new set of customization options through a menu called System UI Tuner. Here's how to use it to customize your quick settings, status bar and more.
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