Google releases Android 15 Beta 4 for Pixel phones and tablets

By: Nastya Bobkova | 28.07.2024, 18:22

Google has released Android 15 Beta 4 for Pixel phones and tablets, which means that the platform is stable and ready for the stable version. It also allows Samsung to accelerate the development of One UI 7.0 for Galaxy devices.

Here's What We Know

Android 15 Beta 4 update brings platform stability Android 15 Beta 4 is now available for Pixel devices, and Samsung can use this version to develop One UI 7.0. Platform stability means no changes to APIs or app behaviour. Developers can use the new Android 15 APIs to add features to their apps or games.

Release dates According to Google, the stable version of Android 15 will be released in August, and Samsung may launch the first One UI 7.0 Beta update in late August, starting with the Galaxy S24 series. The stable One UI 7.0 update may be released in October or November.

What's new in Android 15

Google has removed PNG-based emoji font files, leaving only vector files. Android 15 introduces predictive animation, low-light enhancement, a variable font file for Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, partial screen recording, and the ability for apps to know when they are being recorded.

Samsung will add new features including smoother animations, new icons for standard apps and a redesigned camera app. Improved continuity features for transferring calls between Samsung devices are also expected.

Source: Android Developer Blog