Android 15 looks like it won't be just another update. Google is fine-tuning details in this new version of its operating system, all to improve the user experience. Well, that's what it always does with each version and this one won't be the exception. While it doesn't bring big changes, there are several improvements worth highlighting because of the impact they will have on everyday life. Here are the 10 most notable ones.
Android 15 improvements and new features
- Smart vibration. No more annoying noises when your phone vibrates on hard surfaces. Adaptive Vibration adjusts the intensity depending on where your device is.
- More flexibility in Google Wallet. You can forget about limits when it comes to digitizing documents. This new update will allow you to add more types of cards and documents with just one photo.
- Archiving apps your wayAndroid 15 will allow more control over which apps you can archive to free up space, and will give you the option to do so manually.
- Protection with Google Play Protect. Thanks to artificial intelligence, Google Play Protect becomes more robust to identify threats and protect your personal data.
- Color contrast improvementsYou'll be able to adjust the contrast of text and backgrounds to make your screen easier to read, with default, medium, and high level options.
- Bluetooth that turns itself back onIf you turn off Bluetooth for some reason, you can schedule it to turn back on the next day automatically.
- Private space for appsYou will be able to keep your private apps in a safe place inside the app drawer, with access restricted only to you.
- Improved vision in dark environmentsYour photography experience will be even better with the low-light visibility enhancement feature that Android 15 brings to you.
- Protection against unauthorized resetWith the new factory reset protection, it will be much harder for thieves to wipe your device.
- Automatic locking against theft. This feature detects suspicious movements, such as a sudden jerk, and automatically locks your phone to protect your information.
More features that will make your life easier
- Share only what you want with partial screen. You will now be able to choose which window to share or record, so the rest of your screen will remain private.
- Predictive backoff by default. The predictive back gesture will allow you to see where you're going before completing the gesture.
- Improvements for PDF filesEditing and protecting PDF files will be much simpler, with new options for adding annotations and handling protected files.
- Smart photo search with AIYou will no longer have to search endlessly through your gallery. With natural language commands, you will be able to find any photo more easily.
- Google Maps with augmented reality. Real-time signals and helpful information overlays will make your experience with Google Maps much more interactive.
These improvements and new features in Android 15 make the wait for its launch worthwhile.