Explore the latest advancements and best practices for Android sensors and location services in this Google I/O 2017 conference talk. Discover how to create personalized and contextual experiences in your apps using location information while optimizing for performance and battery life. Learn about background location limits in Android O, new Android Sensor Hub features, and algorithm improvements for the compass. Gain insights into power consumption, accuracy improvements, activity recognition, and the future of location services on Android. Prepare your apps for upcoming updates and enhance user experiences with expert guidance on leveraging Android's location and sensor capabilities.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Battery life
Power consumption
Accuracy improvements
Activity recognition
Android sensor hub
Android sensors
Heading and bearing
Future of location
Taught by
Android Developers
