Android 14, codenamed Upside Down Cake, is the fourteenth major release of the Android mobile operating system that was announced on February 8, 2023 and released on October 4, 2023.
Features[]
Android 14's previews focused on adding new features to the base of Android 13, including new customization, improved privacy and improved security.
Ultra HDR has added support for HDR video, HDR image support was also introduced, but after Android 14's release, it offered more realistic stills thanks to a greater range of brightness, colors, and contrast. This was known as the “Ultra HDR” format, which is backward compatible with JPEG
Unique, truly customized wallpapers powered by artificial intelligence were introduced in this version. You can generate a different wallpaper each time by changing the prompts in the text boxes.
New lockscreen fonts have also been introduced in this version and a whole new customization picker makes personalizing the lock screen and the homescreen even more easier and feature rich.
Data sharing details have been introduced in this version. Android 14 proactively gives you easy-to-understand info about apps' data permissions. Choose what access you grant to apps to keep you safe.
Monochrome theming has been added to this version. You can apply dynamic, monochromatic themes to your widgets, icons, buttons, backgrounds and animations to create a less distracting, more sleek and grayscale aesthetic.
Health Connect is added directly in Settings, giving you a central way to connect your favorite health and fitness apps, see your health and fitness data in one place and stay in control of your privacy.
References[]
- ↑ Android Developers (n.d.) . Android 15. Archived from the original on February 28, 2024.