15 Hidden Android 15 Features You’re Probably Not Using
Android 15 has raised the bar with new features, performance tweaks, and smarter AI tools. But many of the best upgrades are buried in settings or quietly launched without much fanfare. In this post, we reveal 15 hidden features in Android 15 that most users aren’t using—but definitely should be!
- 1. Partial Screen Sharing
- 2. App Hibernation Booster
- 3. Predictive Back Gesture
- 4. Notification Cooldown
- 5. Per-App Language Shortcut
- 6. Advanced Privacy Dashboard
- 7. App Archive to Free Storage
- 8. On-Device AI Summarization
- 9. Battery Health Report
- 10. Clipboard Access Notification
- 11. Adaptive Touch Sensitivity
- 12. Lock Screen Quick Launch Widgets
- 13. Enhanced Split-Screen Mode
- 14. Native Satellite Messaging
- 15. Smart Audio Switching
- Conclusion
1. Partial Screen Sharing
You can now share only a section of your screen during video calls, protecting your privacy in meetings. Works with Zoom, Meet, Teams.
2. App Hibernation Booster
Android now auto-hibernates unused apps faster, reducing memory and battery drain. You can also manually hibernate apps via Settings > Apps.
3. Predictive Back Gesture
A new animation preview shows you exactly where you will go when you use the back gesture—reducing accidental exits.
4. Notification Cooldown
When an app sends multiple notifications, each tone gets quieter. Keeps your phone less annoying during alert storms.
5. Per-App Language Shortcut
Switch the language of any app without changing your phone’s entire system language. Great for bilingual users.
6. Advanced Privacy Dashboard
Android 15 now shows a 24-hour log of how and when apps access your camera, mic, and location while giving you instant revocation options.
7. App Archive to Free Storage
Don’t want to delete an app? Archive it instead. It removes the app but retains data so it launches where you left off when restored.
8. On-Device AI Summarization
Gemini AI can now summarize long articles, emails, and even PDFs opened in Chrome or Google Docs, right on your phone.
9. Battery Health Report
This new system page tells you the charging cycle count and whether your battery is degrading—similar to iPhones.
10. Clipboard Access Notification
You’ll now see a toast whenever an app pastes from your clipboard. Helps prevent spyware or background snooping.
11. Adaptive Touch Sensitivity
Wearing gloves or a screen protector? Adaptive touch sensitivity automatically adjusts screen response based on detected accessories.
12. Lock Screen Quick Launch Widgets
Add widgets like calendar, smart home controls, or even a notepad to your lock screen for faster productivity.
13. Enhanced Split-Screen Mode
Android 15 lets you pair apps (YouTube + Notes, for example) permanently so you never have to manually split them again.
14. Native Satellite Messaging
On high-end phones, you get auto-messaging via satellite during no-signal emergencies. Ideal for rural or hiking zones.
15. Smart Audio Switching
Your Android phone will now intelligently switch between connected Bluetooth devices based on usage—like pausing TV and auto-switching to earbuds.
Conclusion
Android 15 brings a wealth of time-saving, productivity-boosting, and privacy-protecting features—but many of them remain underused. By exploring the features above, you'll not only improve your experience but unlock the full power of your device in 2025 and beyond.
Enjoy discovering these hidden gems, and share your favorite feature in the comments!
