Android Studio has released its stable version Iguana, with the official version number 2023.2.1 based on JetBrains 2023.2 system. The latest features include:
– The App Quality Insights screen for app analysis now supports connecting to Version Control System. This allows users to check which source code version in Git matches the cached build, requiring Android Gradle Plugin 8.3 or higher and the latest Crashlytics SDK.
– Jetpack Compose UI Check feature for checking UI adaptability and accessibility. This includes flexible text sizing for larger screens and a color palette with sufficient contrast ratios.
– Compose Previews now support progressive rendering implementation, resulting in smoother UI rendering even on complex interfaces for easier and faster UI testing.
– Google Play policy check tool provides notifications before app submission, ensuring compliance with Google policies.
– Gradle Version Catalogs support helps manage dependency management seamlessly.
– The Android Emulator (34.2) now allows emulation of Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro devices, with the addition of Espresso Device API for testing hardware configurations like screen rotation and folding.
The upcoming version of Android Studio with the codename Jellyfish will introduce even more exciting features.
Source: Android Developers Blog
TLDR: Android Studio’s stable version Iguana offers new features like App Quality Insights, Jetpack Compose UI Check, Compose Previews, Google Play policy check, Gradle Version Catalogs support, and updated Android Emulator with Pixel 8 emulation capabilities. The next version, Jellyfish, is on the horizon.
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