Following the release of AOSP, Android 15's stable version is now being made available for the Pixel 6 series and newer devices, which includes both Pixel foldables and the Pixel tablet. This update brings along several new features like Theft Detection Lock, Private Space, and App Archiving. Users who have compatible devices can check for the update by navigating to Settings > About phone > System updates.
Exciting New Features
Have you heard about Samsung's Secure Folder? Well, Google has introduced a similar function in Android 15. This feature allows users to create a distinct area on their device to store sensitive applications, protected by an additional layer of authentication.
Moreover, Android 15 offers App Archiving, a feature that takes inspiration from iOS. This allows users to remove and restore an app's installation along with its cached files, directly from the Settings app. It's a handy way to free up storage space when necessary.
Enhanced Security Measures
One of the key new additions is the Theft Detection Lock feature, which automatically locks your phone if it gets stolen. But what’s the method for detecting theft?
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“Through on-device machine learning, Theft Detection Lock can analyze various signals from the device to identify possible theft attempts. If the system detects a theft attempt when your device is not locked, it will secure your screen to prevent unauthorized access,” Google stated.
Improved User Experience
With Android 15, users can also easily share their screens without the fear of unintentionally showing sensitive information like notifications, OTPs, and login screens that have passwords. When you perform the back swipe gesture, a preview of the next page will appear. This allows you to quickly decide whether to navigate to that screen or not.
Additionally, there’s a new feature designed for larger screen devices, enabling users to pair two commonly used apps in split-screen mode. This functionality is notably inspired by Samsung's OneUI.
However, it’s worth mentioning that Pixel devices aren’t the first to receive these features. Vivo has already launched its Android 15-based Funtouch OS 15 skin for the iQOO 12.
