Google has just rolled out Developer Preview 2 for Android 15 bringing in a bunch of features and enhancements that many users have been eagerly waiting for. These updates are geared toward improving communication, productivity, privacy, security, and media experiences. Let’s explore the highlights of this Android 15 update and the devices it works with.
Some Features of Android 15
Satellite Connectivity Support: Android 15 now allows devices to send and receive messages using SMS/MMS/RCS apps through low-orbit satellites. The update includes a satellite connectivity user interface (UI), across the system enabling apps to detect when the device is linked to a satellite.
Screen Recording Detection: Apps on Android can now identify if a screen recorder is active and decide whether to block this function, which comes in handy when displaying information.
PDF Enhancements: In Android 15 DP 2 PDF capabilities are improved by handling password-protected files supporting annotations from editing, searching, and enabling text selection with the copy feature.
HDR Headroom Control: The latest version of Android adjusts HDR headroom according to the display panel’s brightness and bit depth capability for contrast dynamic range adjustments or achieving a balanced display between SDR and HDR content.
Miscellaneous Features and Changes: Other upgrades also cover NFC capabilities on-device audio recognition with automatic language switching increased app compatibility for foldable phones cover screen flipping, adherence to the CTA 2075 loudness standard for consistent audio volume sharing, through Auracast (Bluetooth enabled) app storage to conserve space and comprehensive app size details for developers.
Android 15 Developer Preview 2 Supported Devices
The preview is currently available for select Pixel phones, including Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet. However, it is important to note that this release is intended for developers and may be unstable for general users.
