The latest version of Android 15 is finally available . However, only some smartphones can access it in preview and we will give you details of the new features. Android 15 is finally available for our smartphones… Well, almost. As usual, Google is first favoring its own brands of phones for the deployment of its new operating system. Android 15 is therefore arriving as a preview on the Google Pixel. We will therefore have to wait a few more weeks before being able to benefit from Android 15 on other brands such as Xiaomi or Samsung. The latter has already unveiled that Android 15 was still scheduled to roll out in late 2024. If your smartphone is compatible with the Android 15 update, go to the “settings” app, then to the “system” tab. You should find the “updates” option there. software updates”. Android 15 should then be offered to you. Otherwise, you may have to wait a little longer since the deployment of this new version may be gradual. © Google Android 15 integrates several new features that are well hidden within your smartphone. In terms of design, there are no notable changes. So you shouldn't be too upset by installing this new version. One of the biggest new features in Android 15 is the addition of a “private space”. The latter is designed like a small safe to store applications that you do not want to display on your phone and is only accessible by biometric authentication or code. It is even possible to hide the private space itself to leave no trace of it. Android 15 allows your smartphone to use artificial intelligence to detect a case of theft. If the phone detects that someone has stolen your phone and runs away, Android 15 will automatically lock it. This locking is also possible remotely via another device that you own and connected same account as your stolen smartphone. If you own a recent Android tablet or foldable smartphone, Android 15 will give you a few extra features. It will now be possible to pin the apps of your choice to the taskbar or pair certain apps to automatically launch them together in split view. Among other additions in Android 15, Google announces better results for the “low light boost” on the camera. This should help you get slightly better shots when the light around your smartphone is low. Your messaging apps can also use the satellite connection if there is no Wi-Fi or mobile network available around you. Finally, apps that require a dongle authentication methods can now be opened with a simple tap recognition on your device. As usual, Google is reserving its new Android update for its Pixel phones first. The smartphones and tablets that can now download Android 15 are: For devices from other brands, you will have to wait until the end of 2024 and depending on your model.
How to Download Android 15 on Your Phone
What's new in Android 15 ?
A private space for your sensitive applications
Automatic locking in the event of theft
More controls for foldable tablets and smartphones
Other notable new features
Is my smartphone compatible with Android 15 ?
By Teilor Stone
Teilor Stone has been a reporter on the news desk since 2013. Before that she wrote about young adolescence and family dynamics for Styles and was the legal affairs correspondent for the Metro desk. Before joining Thesaxon , Teilor Stone worked as a staff writer at the Village Voice and a freelancer for Newsday, The Wall Street Journal, GQ and Mirabella. To get in touch, contact me through my teilor@nizhtimes.com 1-800-268-7116