Google had referred to Android 5.0 as nothing but "L" ever since its debut back at Google I/O earlier this year.
Google just made the name official with the details of the new Nexus 6 and Nexus 9 tablet.
What's new in Android Lollipop?
The biggest, most obvious change is the shift to "Material Design", a design language drummed up by Android's UX Director Matias Duarte. It might be a bit confusing at first.
A new notifications system that appears on the lockscreen, with smart filters to limit notifications at certain times.
5,000+ new APIs for developers to tap
Google's new system run time, ART, is officially replacing DALVIK. The new run time compiles apps more efficiently, which should improve overall system performance.
A battery management system (once referred to as "Project Volta") that Google says can extend your battery by up to 90 minutes.
After proving useful on Android tablets, support for multiple separate users on one device is coming to phones.
Android Lollipop will ship with the Nexus 6 and Nexus 9. As usual with Android, it's up to your phone or tablet manufacturer to get the update ready.
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