The beta software season is back! This time, it’s Google’s turn with the third beta release of Android 15. This is a big step towards the final release, and with this update, platform stability has been achieved. This means the APIs are finalized, and developers can start testing their applications with this almost perfect version. Although the changes from the previous beta version are not numerous, there’s some interesting information worth noting.
In a recent blog post, Google highlights significant changes to the passkey UI. Now, using passkeys with biometric authentication is done in one step, not two. The command from Google’s Password Manager to use a passkey is now combined with the biometric input screen. This feature certainly makes the process faster and more efficient. There’s also a new fallback option that can be accessed through the keyboard’s drop-down menu and text field if you accidentally miss the passkey command. Practical, isn’t it?
In addition, there are many exciting things still waiting to be unveiled from Android 15. Android expert Mishaal Rahman found a new feature that can recognize when a biometric model isn’t working well and will automatically remove the model, then ask you to re-enroll. Previously, you could do this manually, but this feature is clearly helpful for those who aren’t aware that re-enrolling biometrics can improve device performance. As Rahman explained, many factors affect how well a biometric model works, and often re-enrolling can fix issues caused by unstable models.
These new features demonstrate how seriously Google takes improving user security and convenience. As the final release of Android 15 approaches, we can expect even more surprises and improvements that will make the experience of using Android devices even more satisfying.
Android 15 is also expected to bring a number of other improvements that will affect various aspects of device usage. With platform stability already achieved, this means that applications developed now will be more stable and have better compatibility with the latest software.
So, for those of you who always want to be up-to-date with the latest technology, this Android 15 Beta Third is definitely something worth trying. Make sure you stay updated and are ready to enjoy all the new features offered!
