We’re used to hearing about new Android versions during Google Pixel smartphone launch events, but the Android 15 source code is finally available on the Android Open Source Project. Curiously, it wasn’t present at the Google Pixel launch event last month, but better late than never. Check out the developer launch link. here.
Android 15 is coming soon to select Pixel models. Select devices from Samsung, Honor, iQOO, Lenovo, Motorola, Nothing, OnePlus, Oppo, realme, Sharp, Sony, Tecno, vivo, and Xiaomi will be getting support in the coming months. Some of the more interesting features include smart volume adjustment and dynamic range compression for apps with AAC audio content that contains volume metadata. In addition to improved split-screen app access, there’s also edge-to-edge app view if the app targets SDK 35.
The developers are also starting a series called Featured weeks to explore technical topics related to Android. They’ll start by covering what’s new in Android 15.
Since Android 10, Google has stopped naming its latest releases after desserts. Ending the tradition with Android 9 Pie, Google is now focusing on more conventional branding and regular feature releases. While these may be a sign of a mature OS, some of us miss the wilder days filled with anticipation. Take us back, perhaps?
