The stable version of Android 15 is due to arrive later this year. However, thanks to beta builds, we already know plenty about the upcoming OS, including the most significant changes, new features, and enhancements. It will be an exciting upgrade; hence, everyone is eagerly awaiting Google to release the stable build.
Every year, millions of Android devices stop receiving OS updates as they reach the end of the promised updates. This year is no different, as Android 15 will be the last major OS update for many Motorola phones.
If you care about software updates, review the list below to see if you’ll need to upgrade to a newer model to continue receiving Android updates.
Android 15: The Last OS Update for These Motorola Phones
- Moto X40
- Moto G Play (2024)
- Moto G84
- Moto G73
- Moto G54
- Moto G54 Power
- Moto G53
- Moto G23
- Moto G14
- Moto G13
- Moto G (2023)
- Moto G Power 5G
- Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)
- Moto G Stylus (2023)
- Moto E14
Motorola hasn’t yet released a list of Android 15-supported devices. Hence, we prepared this unofficial list by analysing the software update policy for every device and the company’s past rollouts.
While there’s no clear-cut policy, Motorola typically offers three Android updates to its Edge and Razr models launched in 2023 or later, while the older models are only eligible for two updates. The pocket-friendly Moto G series gets a maximum of two OS updates, whereas the entry-level E series only gets one.
Also Read: These Motorola Phones Won’t Get the Android 15 Update
When Will Motorola Start Rolling Out Android 15 Update?
Android 15 is getting ready for the stable release. It is currently through the platform stability phase, the final phase of development, where Google resolves existing bugs and adds final touches to prepare it for the stable release.
Google doesn’t reveal the stable release of an upcoming OS in advance. However, so far, it has been following the last year’s timeline with beta releases. Hence, the stable build is expected to arrive in October, the same time as last year’s Android 14.
Many brands, including Xiaomi, Realme, Oppo, and Vivo, have already announced the Android 15 beta program, which allows select users to test the new OS ahead of the stable release. However, Motorola still hasn’t joined the beta party.
Motorola doesn’t have a good track record with software rollouts. The brand has struggled to provide timely updates to its devices in recent years. If you recall, it started sending the Android 14 rollout earlier this year when some brands were to wrap up the rollout.
We haven’t observed any significant improvements from the brand, so we don’t expect an early rollout of Android 15. The stable build should start rolling out towards the end of the year or early next year.
What to Expect from Android 15?
1. Satellite Connectivity
Android 15 “extends platform support for satellite connectivity.” It provides support for SMS, MMS, and native RCS apps to use satellite connectivity for sending and receiving messages. The OS also adds some UI elements to ensure a consistent user experience.
All Android 15 phones may not support satellite connectivity, as they will likely require special chip and carrier support. However, this feature will not be limited to emergency uses only.
2. Theft Detection Lock
Thieves are going to hate Google for introducing the Theft Detection Lock feature.
Google recently added Find My Device network support to Android, which lets you find your lost devices using a crowdsourced network of billions of Android devices. Now, the tech giant is adding a feature to Android 15 that will make the device unusable after a factory reset.
The Theft Detection Lock feature uses Google’s AI to determine when your device has been snatched from your hands. If it detects this, the device will lock itself automatically, preventing thieves from stealing your data. The best part is that thieves won’t be able to activate the device until they have your Google account details.
Snatching/stealing Android phones and selling them off for some money is a common practice among thieves, but Android 15 reduces the incentive by making the device unusable without the correct Google account details.
iPhones already have this feature, but I have no problem with Google copying this to Android.
3. Private Space
Android 15 will bring a private space to secure confidential photos, videos, or apps. Users will be able to use a different lock for additional protection.
Other users are unaware of your activities inside the private space, such as the apps you use, install, or download.
4. Split App Shortcuts
Android 15 improves multitasking by allowing users to save shortcut icons for favourite split-screen app combinations. This will save a lot of your time if you frequently use apps in the split-screen mode.
5. App Archiving
Similar to offloading apps on iPhones, Android 15 will allow users to uninstall unnecessary apps while keeping the user data around. There won’t be any data loss; you can continue where you left off after reinstalling/unarchiving the app.
Android already has app archiving via the Google Play Store, allowing you to archive and restore apps there. But Android 15 integrates this feature at the OS level, allowing users to archive/restore apps, even those installed outside of the Google Play Store.
Which Motorola smartphone do you have? And what are your expectations with Android 15? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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