This rumored feature coming to Android 14 has stirred things up
According to a rumor put forth by a leaker, Android 14 may have a battery health indicator similar to that in iOS.
Android 14 is set to enhance user experience with its latest feature - an in-built BatteryManager API, which will facilitate users to monitor the health of their smartphone battery. As per details shared by Mishaal Rahman of Esper.io, this newly introduced API is designed to share crucial information regarding the battery status, its manufacturing and first use date, charging policy, cycle count, and most importantly, the overall health of the battery.
This feature is currently available exclusively on Google's Pixel smartphones running on Android 14 Beta 2 or higher. The functionality, due to its relevance, has been well-received by developers, evidenced by developer @narektor who leveraged this API to create an open-source application called Batt. This tool aims to deliver users with key insights about their battery health. However, it should be noted that the accuracy of the provided data might not be flawless.
This rumored feature coming to Android 14 has stirred things up
The introduction of this feature in Android 14 sets the stage for Google to potentially launch its native battery health tracking functionality. Likely to be integrated into the Settings app, this feature could present users with comprehensive and accurate information about their device's battery health.
Interestingly, there's also speculation that this feature might not be included in the imminent Android 14 version but could be added to the subsequent Android 15 iteration. With the battery health feature being a much-anticipated update among users, it's expected that Google will introduce it in a future build. Therefore, users and enthusiasts should stay tuned for upcoming updates.
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