Post: Google has rolled out the initial developer preview of Android 15, offering a sneak peek into the upcoming OS update set for fall 2024. The preview spotlights enhanced user privacy, developer tools, and performance optimization.
What’s New in Android 15 Developer Preview 1:
- Privacy features include an upgraded Privacy Sandbox, utilizing anonymous data groupings for ad targeting.
- File integrity checks, employing cryptography, enhance security against malware tampering.
- Screen recording now allows users to share specific app windows, enhancing privacy.
- Productivity gains with an expanded Health Connect API, offering centralized health and fitness data monitoring.
- MIDI 2.0 support for music composition apps over USB connections.
For Developers:
- Camera API provides finer control over imaging features, enhancing the app experience on premium camera hardware like Pixel devices.
- The Dynamic Performance Framework manages CPU, GPU, and thermal workloads for improved performance.
Eligible Phones for Android 15 Developer Preview:
- Pixel 8 and 8 Pro
- Pixel 7, 7 Pro, and 7a
- Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and 6a
- Pixel Fold
- Pixel Tablet
Release Timeline:
- Beta releases are scheduled in the coming months, with the Platform Stability milestone targeted for June 2023.
- A stable Android 15 release is anticipated around October, coinciding with the Pixel 9 series launch, while older Pixels will receive the update over-the-air. Developer feedback during the preview cycle will refine features and APIs leading up to the stable launch.
