The release of Android 15 is rapidly approaching. The first developer preview of the upcoming Android version has already been made available to developers by Google. Android 15 expands upon earlier iterations to offer new, gradual updates to more than 7 billion devices globally. It is quite probable that the official and final build of Android 15 will be unveiled during Google’s IO event in the middle of the year.

Having said that, the following outlines the enhancements and new features that Android 15 will bring:

Partial Screen Recording: With this feature, users can record a single app window instead of the full screen, which makes it simpler to share or record the content they need without displaying notifications or the remainder of the screen. This greatly improves privacy, without a doubt. You will be able to screen record a browsing session, for example, without unintentionally disclosing your personal WhatsApp messages.

Floating Windows: With Android 15, you can now adjust any program to fit on the screen without taking up the whole width of the screen thanks to this feature. This allows for a more adaptable and effective use of screen real estate by being superimposed onto another app.

The Android Dynamic Performance Framework (ADPF) has been improved. It now has new features including a power efficiency mode for hint sessions, which allows for better control over the power and thermal systems of Android devices. It’s especially helpful for maximizing efficiency and avoiding overheating.

File Integrity with FileIntegrityManager API: With the release of Android 15, a new developer feature is available with the FileIntegrityManager API. This API makes advantage of the Linux kernel’s “fs-verity” functionality. This guarantees that files are shielded from manipulation or corruption by unique cryptographic signatures. By shielding users from possible viruses and unlawful file access, this improves security.

Lockscreen Widgets: Reintroduced in Android 15, lockscreen widgets were previously deleted in Android 5.0 Lollipop. Now, users can see widgets such as a calendar, clock, weather report, and stock prices on their lockscreen. This capability, though, might only be available on specific gadgets, like the Pixel Tablet.

Battery Health Percentage: With the release of Android 15, users will be able to monitor their device’s battery health in greater detail thanks to a new tracking method.
More control over notifications: Android 15 will provide cooldown times that will stop you from receiving constant notifications from apps.

With the help of these improvements, users should be able to enjoy a better user experience, faster device performance, and additional functionality not found in earlier Android versions.