Other new features related to the build and deploy theme include a simplified flow for connecting devices over Wi-Fi for deployment using ADB, the ability to run instrumented tests using Gradle, non-transitive R classes are now turned on by default, the Emulator tool window is enabled by default, and updated support for Apple Silicon. In addition, the Android Gradle Plugin Upgrade Assistant, which helps developers keep their projects current with the latest version, now checks for and offers to update domain-specific languages (DSLs) to avoid developers using deprecated APIs in their apps.

Physical features include pairing to a new device using ADB Wi-Fi to see details and inspecting a device’s file system using Device File Explore. Virtual features include creating a new device, reviewing device details, and deleting a device. This new tool has both Virtual and Physical features. One new feature for building and deploying is the new Device Manager, which makes it easier to manage virtual and test devices. Android Studio Bumblebee 2021.1.1, which is the codename for the release, improves functionality for building and deploying, profiling and inspection, and design.

The Android development team has announced that the latest version of its IDE, Android Studio, is now available.

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