First Look at Android 14: Discover the Top 14 New Features
In recent Android versions by Google, everyone has witnessed significant improvements that have transformed Android since its inception. Android 12 introduced Material You, a much-needed overhaul of the user interface, while Android 13 built on these changes with various quality-of-life enhancements, resulting in a more refined experience.
Although the new Android version may appear to be a minor upgrade, it conceals a wealth of internal changes aimed at enhancing the overall Android experience. Let’s explore the top 14 features of Android 14.
Top Android 14 Features
Photo Picker
Prior to Photo Picker, when an app requested access to your photo library, it sought permission to your entire collection, posing privacy concerns. Android 14 addresses this issue with the Photo Picker feature, enabling you to select specific photos, and preventing apps from accessing your entire library.
Notification Flashes
Notification Flashes, a valuable feature for those in noisy environments or with hearing impairments, uses your phone’s camera or screen to provide visual notifications. You can customize this feature’s settings in your phone’s Display options.
Camera and Battery Improvements
This android version focuses on optimizing battery consumption and enhancing camera performance. This is especially noticeable on Pixel devices powered by the Tensor G2 chip, which also brings significant camera improvements.
Lockscreen Customization
A major customization feature in the latest android allows you to personalize your lock screen, including changing the appearance of the clock and customizing app shortcuts.
Magic Compose
Magic Compose, initially intended for Pixels, helps compose text messages with different tones and styles. This feature has already started rolling out to Messages Beta and Google One subscribers.
App Pair
Android 14 introduces App Pair, enabling the simultaneous use of two apps in split-screen mode, catering to the growing popularity of Android tablets.
Charging Pill
A new visual element in Android 14, the Charging Pill, appears when you connect your device for charging, adding a touch of flair to the user interface.
Android 14 Easter Egg
The Android 14 Easter Egg, discovered in Beta 4, leads to a hidden game. You can access it by navigating to Settings > About Phone > Android version and tapping the Android version logo repeatedly.
Phone’s Manufacturing Date
Android 14 allows you to check your device’s manufacturing year in the settings, providing useful information when purchasing refurbished or used devices.
Auto-confirm Unlock
Android 14 Beta 4 introduces the Auto-confirm Unlock feature, eliminating the need to press a button after entering your passcode for faster device access.
Emoji, Generative AI, and Cinematic Wallpapers
Android’s customization options expand with an Emoji wallpaper picker, AI Generative Wallpaper, and Cinematic wallpapers, enhancing visual personalization.
Tracker Prevention and Alerts
Collaborating with Apple on privacy, Android 14 features Tracker Prevention alerts, warning you about unidentified trackers on your device, enhancing privacy protection.
Partial Screen Recorder
This feature records specific apps without capturing UI elements or notifications, offering cleaner recordings for users.
Drag and Drop Text and Images
Similar to iOS 15, Android 14 is set to introduce text and image drag-and-drop functionality between apps, making content sharing more seamless.
