Android 15 can turn off your screen when you’re not using it with adaptive timeout
Android 15 Beta 3 update was rolled out by Google on Tuesday, bringing several new features to Android smartphones, some of which are exclusive to Pixel devices. According to a report, it introduces a new “Adaptive Timeout” feature on Pixel smartphones, allowing the device to automatically lock itself if it is left idle for a certain period of time. Along with this feature, the latest Android 15 beta update also brings several other quality additions, such as a redesigned wallpaper editor and Android Safe Browsing.
Adaptive timeout on Android 15
According to a 9to5Google reportthe Android 15 Beta update adds a Adaptive timeout option in the display settings next to the screen timeout option. It is said that the screen will automatically turn off when the device is not in use. It is currently unclear if this feature will be exclusive to Pixel smartphones.
While details on how it works remain unclear, the report speculates that the adaptive timeout feature could use the front-facing camera and proximity sensor to determine whether the Pixel smartphone is in use. Depending on the case, the smartphone could remain unlocked or locked.
The report suggests that this feature is currently broken in Android 15. Even if users toggle the adaptive timeout setting on or off, the handset would ignore it and prefer the screen timeout setting.
Android 15 introduces improved support for passwords
The Android 15 Beta 3 release is said to introduce improved support for passkeys, allowing users to log into various apps with just a single tap. According to Google’s latest blog post, the login process will be simplified with a card presented to users, informing them of the option to log into apps using fingerprint or facial recognition.
Android 15 Beta 3 Compatible Devices
Google has released the Android 15 Beta 3 update for Pixel smartphones. Pixel 6 and later models, up to the latest Pixel 8 series including the Pixel 8a, are eligible for the update. It can also be installed on other Pixel devices in Google’s ecosystem, such as the Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet.
Google says the third iteration of its upcoming operating system (OS) for Android devices has reached “platform stability,” allowing developers to integrate their apps with Android 15’s new features. The update is expected to roll out later this year, starting with Pixel smartphones.
