Google has launched the developer preview of Android Things, the rebranded Brillo OS that was launched over a year ago. Designed for medium-complexity devices, like home hubs, thermostats, and security cameras, the stripped down Android has had zero success in the market. The new drive aims to change that, and push the OS as the answer for developers of consumer-oriented IoT devices. A key component will be the ability to push images and OTA updates to Things devices, a key security requirement for the IoT, and one that looks like it’s going to be a core feature of the OS. With Google able to push all mandatory updates to IoT devices, this sounds like a promising step for consumer IoT…