Introduction

Android 14 is here. Android is one of the world’s most used mobile operating software. This year Android 14 will be a significant upgrade to the Android operating system, building upon the advancements of its predecessor OS. It will include improved performance, advanced camera features, enhanced security features, innovative user experiences, seamless integration between smartphone and tablet OS and a lot more.   

Android 14 has already been launched on the 4th of October along with Google Pixel 8 series launch. Android 14 will support Pixel 4a 5G up to Pixel 8 series, Samsung Galaxy S, Z, F, M and Tab Series, Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo and more brands and models. Check the list here. 

Are you excited about the Android 14 Google operating system? Have you upgraded to the new software? Do you know the latest features coming to Android 14? If Not, let us quickly have a look at the latest features on the latest Android operating system. 

Latest Features on The Android 14 OS

Android 14 has brought incremental upgrades and changes, you would be surprised to see the internal refinements it brings to improve the overall Android mobile experience. 

• Improved Battery Life- Android 14 has significantly brought internal machine refinements. Hence this year the OS was built to optimise the battery life experience of the end users. The new OS has brought changes to how the operating system acts in the background task management, alongside a few other tweaks, Android owners would get a little more life from their phone batteries. You can also have access to battery count cycles and optimised battery options in the settings. 
• Lock Screen Customisations- One of the most hyped features coming to Android 14. Lock screen customisation lets you change your timer fonts, you can add extra functionalities for quick access and much more. 

• Flash Notifications- This is yet another unique feature coming to the new OS. People who don’t like to keep their phone on ring mode can turn on the flash notifications. The screen will flash in colours of your choice as set by you to notify you of various notifications. 
• Automatic Confirmation Unlock Option- Previous Android operating systems only unlocked your phone after pressing the confirm button. But Android 14 switches to auto-confirmation mode. This only works when you have a 6-digit passcode set. It will not work with a 4-digit passcode. Hence auto confirmation is available only for longer passcodes. 

• Revamped Setting Menus and Toggles- Android 14 has a lot of small tweaks and refinements to bring a smooth user interface. Many options are now logically categorised under main heads for easy access. 
• Drag and Drop Text from Different Apps- Just like the iPhone features, now your new Android software can let you drag and drop text from different apps. This will bring convenience to the user experience. 
• New Device Information- The small changes and tweaks are visible. New Android OS will show the manufactured year of the device along with other device-related details on the phone settings. 
• Optimised Health Connect App- This year Google has brought many features within the Health Connect app. It has refined the app with better user-related health information on the go. 

Conclusion

In conclusion, it is evident from the previous Android versions and ongoing industry trends, that Android 14 has introduced groundbreaking features, focusing on areas such as artificial intelligence, privacy, advanced camera settings, foldable device optimization, augmented reality, and sustainability.

As users continue to ask for more personalised, secure, and immersive experiences from their smartphones, Android is expected to address these needs comprehensively. Android 14 promises to be a prime candidate in the ongoing evolution of mobile operating systems.