Google has released the first beta version of the Android 15 operating system, which includes a number of new features primarily aimed at app developers.
What's new in Android 15
Improvements for developers
Android 15 beta is compatible with devices from Pixel 5a to the latest models Pixel 8 series, including Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet. The update provides more details about how apps interact with large displays such as foldable smartphones and tablets. By default, the software's edge-to-edge capabilities are enabled, simplifying the development process. In addition, developers have access to new compositions within the Google Material 3 design system.
Archiving applications
Android 15 introduces support for archiving unused applications at the system level. The operating system will be able to delete large API files and cache, but still retain user data. Archived applications will remain on the desktop with a special icon indicating their status.
Security improvements
Special attention is paid to security issues. Android 15 introduces OS-level encryption key management for the Contact Key API. This will allow users to easily manage and verify other users' contact information while using end-to-end encryption.
Inclusion Features
New inclusion features include support for a dedicated TalkBack companion app for Braille displays, compatible with HID standards via USB and secure Bluetooth.
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- Google is an American multinational corporation known as one of the largest Internet companies in the world.
- Android is an operating system for smartphones, tablets, programmable wearable devices and other gadgets developed by Google.
- Pixel is a line of smartphones developed by Google.
- Material Design (Material 3) is a user interface design system developed by Google.
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In the first beta of Android 15, Google introduced several interesting new features, including app archiving, encryption key management, and TalkBack support for Braille displays. These innovations will be useful to both developers and ordinary users.
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София
Cool news about Android 15! 🎉 Interesting to know that new features include support for braille displays in TalkBack for inclusivity. This is an important step for accessibility.
Максим
Support for foldable phones and tablets is also a great innovation. You no longer have to worry about scaling the application for large screens. 🙌
Элизабет
And the new app archiving feature sounds very useful! 💯 This will help save space on the device, but at the same time save user data. Cleverly thought out!
Франц
What I liked most was the idea of end-to-end E2EE encryption and key management at the OS level. 🔐 This will improve security and privacy on Android!
Игорь
Don't forget that Material 3 support has been added to Android 15. 🎨 This will make life easier for developers and make applications more beautiful and stylish on new devices.
Ян
Yes, Google did their best with this version... 👴 What does this have to do with these trends for folding phones and some kind of “inclusivity”? In my time, the telephone was just for making calls, that’s all! 😤
Анна
Ian, don't talk nonsense! 🙅♀️ Technologies are developing to make people's lives better and more comfortable. Inclusiveness is very important, because not all users are the same.
Петр
I completely agree with Anna. Technological progress is inevitable, we need to keep up with the times. 💻 Android 15 looks promising, I’m sure many will be excited about the new features.
Мария
I think app developers will be especially happy! 👩💻 Android 15 seems to have a lot of features that will make their work easier and their interfaces more user-friendly.
Франц
I agree, this is great news for developers. Security improvements and new APIs will also bring a lot of benefits. I can't wait for the update! 🤩
Элизабет
Have you already tested the Android 15 beta? 🤔 It’s interesting to hear your impressions of the new features live.
София
Not yet, but as soon as a stable version comes out, I will definitely update! 📲 All these innovations look promising. I'm sure there will be many pleasant surprises in Android 15.
Игорь
I bet that foldable phones will become more popular with the release of this update! 📈 Many will benefit from optimization for large screens.
Максим
In any case, it seems Google listened to user feedback and tried to take into account as many wishes as possible in the new update. 👍 We are looking forward to the full release!