GVTech News Everyone can test the new Android 15! Here's how to get early access to all the big new features of a future update for your smartphone
That's it: after two developer builds, Android 15 finally offers a full beta. You can take advantage of it without further delay under certain conditions.
It's a tradition at Google: Every year a new version of Android starts out being made available only to developers In two previews dedicated to them. then The first accessible beta version has been made available From everyone.
This is what happens to Android 15. If the final version of the operating system is expected to be released for the next academic year, at the same time as the Google Pixel 9, It is actually possible to taste it Previewed via this beta version. but, Not everyone can access it at the moment…
Android 15 is conditionally accessible
In fact, at present, Only owners of smartphones or tablets from the Google Pixel range will have access to the first beta of Android 15. Thus, this limits the number of beta testers, but Google offers this opportunity to its customers, which seems somewhat logical.
If you are eligible, you can go to Android Beta program site for Pixel And ask to register your smartphone or tablet in the program in question. But before implementing this approach, you still need to be aware of this Android 15 beta may contain many bugs. “The updates you will receive within the beta program are pre-release versions and may contain bugs and defects that may affect the proper performance of your device.”Google confirms.
In addition, From the moment the Android 15 beta is installed, it is no longer possible to return to Android 14 without wiping the content of the smartphone, this means resetting its contents. So it's best to weigh the pros and cons before you start!
What's new for Android 15?
in Blog post Posted a few days ago, Google highlights some new features of Android 15. Right now, it's basically a question Aesthetic modifications In terms of showcasing applications, or even new security-related features, especially on the one hand Using NFC function. We can also mention Application archiving system, allowing you to partially remove rarely used apps while keeping track of them on the device. App markets other than the Google Play Store will be able to take advantage of this feature.
Let's not forget thatAndroid 15 is still in its early stages And between now and the official release, new features should be announced. As such, we can expect a reveal during Google I/O conference scheduled for May 14, 2024 Which will unveil the future of Mountain View's products, including Android 15 of course.