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5 key features of Android 15 in development
Android 15 update will be available for compatible devices later this year. Google has been testing the new OS since last month, with more details scheduled to be announced at I/O 2024 in May.
Top 5 features showcased in Android 15 DP2
With the DP2 release, Google officially revealed many Android 15 key features in development. Some of the most interesting are Satellite Connectivity, Screen record detection, Loudness control, Audio sharing, and App archiving.
Satellite Connectivity
Google announced that Android 15 continues to extend platform support for Satellite Connectivity and includes some UI elements to ensure a consistent user experience across the satellite connectivity landscape.
Apps can use ServiceState.isUsingNonTerrestrialNetwork() to detect when a device is connected to a satellite, giving them more awareness of why full network services may be unavailable.
In addition, the upcoming Android upgrade to your Pixel will provide support for SMS/ MMS applications as well as preloaded RCS applications to use satellite connectivity for sending and receiving messages.
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Screen Record Detection
Screen record detection is another key feature in development for Android 15. It adds support for apps to detect that they are being recorded. If any app performs a sensitive operation, you will be informed that the screen is being recorded.
Loudness Control
The new OS also supports the CTA-2075 loudness standard. It helps apps avoid audio loudness inconsistencies and ensures users don’t have to adjust the volume when switching between content constantly.
It leverages known characteristics of the output devices (headphones, speaker) along with loudness metadata available in AAC audio content to adjust the audio loudness and dynamic range compression levels intelligently.
Audio Sharing
Testers can now initiate and join collaborative listening sessions through the “Audio Sharing” page within Settings. This feature offers shared audio experiences, allowing a group of users to enjoy content together with ease.
App Archiving
Android 15 introduces App Archiving features, letting you Archive an app to reduce occupied space. It’s like uninstalling an app without losing settings and app data. We discussed the App Archiving in detail, read here.
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