Android Marshmallow (Android 6.0) was released in October 2015 and focused on user permissions and battery optimization.
Key Features
- Granular app permissions
- Doze mode for battery savings
- App Standby
- Native fingerprint support
- USB Type-C support
- Direct Share feature
- Adoptable storage (SD cards as internal)
- Now on Tap (Google Assistant precursor)
App Permissions
Marshmallow changed how permissions work:
- Apps request permissions at runtime
- Users can grant or deny individual permissions
- Permissions can be revoked anytime
- No more all-or-nothing installation
Doze Mode
Doze significantly improves standby battery life by deferring background activity when the device is stationary and unused.
Related Android Versions
- Android Lollipop (5.0)
- Android Nougat (7.0)
- Android Oreo (8.0)