Although there are no major changes in the interface, Android 15 still brings many improvements and new features to enhance the user experience.
Besides the popular advertised features like satellite connectivity, gesture prediction, etc., Android 15 also brings some notable features that many people may not know about.
Turn your Android smartphone into a high-quality webcam
Android 15 allows users to use their smartphone as a webcam for their PC with a new high-quality mode, significantly improving video quality over a wired connection. However, users should note that the phone may heat up due to disabling some optimization features.
To use it, connect your phone to your PC via USB cable, tap the USB notification and select Webcam, then tap the HQ button in the upper left corner.
Limit charging to protect battery
With Optimized Charging, Android 15 allows users to limit battery charge to 80% to protect battery health over the long term.
To enable this feature, users go to Settings > Battery > Optimized charging and enable the option to limit at 80%, for example on Google Pixel phones.
Hide device name from Wi-Fi network
Android 15 also introduces a privacy feature that lets users hide their device name when connected to public Wi-Fi networks. This helps protect privacy and prevent online activity tracking.
To enable it, go to Settings > Network & Internet. Then tap the gear icon next to the Wi-Fi network you're connected to, select Privacy, and turn off Send device name. Tap Use random MAC for better security.
Create split screen app pair
Android 15 lets users create shortcut icons for split-screen apps, making it easy to launch two apps with just one tap.
To do this, users simply need to open two apps in split-screen mode, tap the app icon in the recent apps menu, and select “Save App Pair.”
Increased protection against intruders
Android 15 introduces new layers of security to prevent thieves from accessing personal data. If a device is stolen, users will still need to confirm the lock screen or sign in to their Google account to continue using it. This feature helps protect the device from being erased and reset.
The update also uses sensors and AI to detect if the phone has been stolen, locking the screen immediately if there are signs of theft. This feature is not only available on Android 15 but also integrated into previous versions.
