Android 15 Beta 4 is now available and the stable version is getting closer

What you need to know

Android 15 beta 4 is a big step towards the final version, with an emphasis on performance, privacy, and security.
Beta 4 switches from PNG format to vector emojis, making them fit perfectly on any screen.
The stable version is expected to debut with the Pixel 9 series on August 13.

Google released Android 15 Beta 4 today, taking a big step toward the final version. This latest version mainly sharpens productivity features, increases user privacy, and increases security measures.

Android 15 Beta 4, as the platform’s second stability release, is intentionally light on changes. There are no standout features in this update; instead, Google is polishing and refining the latest version of its mobile operating system.

It’s tempting to try out the latest software, but don’t install the latest Android 15 beta on your primary device due to potential bugs. For brave Pixel users, it offers an exciting glimpse into the future of Android.

The fourth beta of Android 15 introduces a key change: switching from PNG-based emoji fonts to a vector format. This update allows emoji to be scaled without losing quality, ensuring they look great on any screen size or resolution.

It builds on the introduction of vector emojis in Android 13. This ensures perfect scaling and optimal rendering, completing the transition to a future-proof format.

Android 15 also introduces Private Space, a secure area on your device that can only be accessed with a passcode or biometrics. It acts as a digital vault for your sensitive apps, such as finance, communication, and social media, keeping them hidden and private.

In addition to the key Private Space feature, Android 15 Beta 4 brings a major update to app activity management. This update improves resource allocation by keeping apps active only when they are launched or when the user interacts with them.

The fourth beta of Android 15 marks a key milestone for developers with finalized APIs and app behaviors. This pre-release version helps developers ensure their apps run smoothly when Android 15 officially launches.

Google is keeping the exact release date of the stable version of Android 15 under wraps, but evidence points to an imminent unveiling. The platform’s current stability suggests it will debut alongside the Pixel 9 series on August 13. This timing clearly indicates that Android 15 will be released alongside Google’s next flagship smartphone.

While Android 15 Beta 4 brings the final touches, it is also Google’s final step to incentivize app developers to get their apps ready.