The latest leaked information surrounding Google suggests that its upcoming operating system, the Android M, is codenamed Macadamia Nut Cookie. More importantly, the new OS will focus on improving devices' overall RAM performance and battery consumption.
Based on new information obtained by Android Police, Android M is expected to be officially unveiled on May 28 during Google I/O, the tech giant's annual event that showcases its upcoming products and services. The site added that the OS might be launched along with a new Nexus device.
Regarding its current name, 9to5Google speculated that Google might shorten Macadamia Cut Cookie into something more distinct, like what it did with the Android Key Lime Pie and Android Lemon Meringue Pie, which are now respectively known as KitKat and Lollipop.
For the Android M, Google could replace Macadamia Nut Cookie with something shorter such as Marshmallow, as noted by the tech news site.
As for its features, the developers working on Android M are reportedly designing the new OS to trim down the RAM usage of devices. In addition, Google is aiming to optimize battery life through Android M by removing certain features that drain its capacity such as constant location check-ins. Certain activities that operate when the device is not plugged to a charger will also be reduced.
Other sources noted that Android M will come with a new security feature that will allow users to access Android-supported apps even without a password. Android Pit explained that for this feature, Google will probably tailor the Android M to rely on the device's fingerprint scanner.
With the rumored launch date just around the corner, various sources noted that Google is preparing for Android M's official release by seeding its prototype versions to developers. This will enable the tech firm to conduct necessary tests on the new OS before its release in August of this year.
