Android Pie is the ninth major version of the Android operating system, released by Google in August 2018. It introduced a more intuitive user interface with gesture-based navigation, allowing users to navigate their devices more easily. The update also focused on enhancing battery life through adaptive brightness and app usage management. Additionally, Android Pie improved privacy and security features, giving users more control over their data. It included a new dashboard to monitor app usage and introduced features like Digital Wellbeing, which helps users manage their screen time and promote healthier device habits.