With Android 15, you can send and receive messages via SMS/MMS/RCS applications using low-orbit satellites.
It will also be able to detect if the screen recorder is active and can then block this function.
The update offers seamless NFC functionality, on-device multi-language audio recognition, and more.
Google has released the second Developer Preview (DP) of Android 15, which brings with it many new features and improvements. You get features like satellite connectivity and screen recorder detection, which was previously seen on iOS. In addition to this, you also get to see some overdue features and security enhancements. With this, Google is focussing on enhancing communication, productivity, privacy, security, and media experiences. Read along as I share some key features with you.
Features that Android 15 Developer Preview 2 reveals
- Satellite Connectivity Support: With Android 15, devices can send and receive messages via SMS/MMS/RCS applications using low-orbit satellites. With this update, Google aims to implement a consistent satellite connectivity UI across its system. It will further allow apps to detect when the device is connected to a satellite.
- Screen Recording Detection: Further, with Android 15 apps will be able to detect if the screen recorder is active and can then block this function. It is handy for safeguarding sensitive information.
- PDF Functionality: With the Android 15 DP 2, you get improved PDF rendering, supporting password-protected files, annotations, form editing, searching, and copying selections.
- HDR Headroom Control: You can now adjust HDR headroom based on the panel’s maximum achievable brightness and bit depth. This will enhance contrast and dynamic range for a better viewing experience.
Not only this, the update offers seamless NFC functionality, on-device multi-language audio recognition, expanded support for apps on the cover screen of flipping foldable phones, compliance with the CTA-2075 loudness standard for consistent audio levels, and the ability to archive apps from the App Info screen to save storage space.
Currently, Android 15 DP 2 has limited availability as this release is intended for developers. It is only available for select Pixel devices, including Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet.
