Android Lollipop (Android 5.0/5.1) was released in November 2014 and introduced the revolutionary Material Design language.
Key Features
- Material Design visual overhaul
- ART runtime (replaced Dalvik)
- 64-bit processor support
- Project Volta for battery life
- Multiple user accounts on phones
- Smart Lock security features
- Notification improvements
- RAW image capture support
Material Design
Material Design was Android's biggest visual change, introducing:
- Bold colors and typography
- Responsive animations
- Card-based layouts
- Floating action buttons
- Shadows and elevation
ART Runtime
Android Runtime (ART) replaced Dalvik, providing better app performance through ahead-of-time compilation.
Related Android Versions
- Android KitKat (4.4)
- Android Marshmallow (6.0)
- Android Nougat (7.0)
