Google has announced the launch of the new Pixel 8 series and even unveiled the Android 14 OS, which will ship with the new Pixel phones.
The company has already started releasing the new Android OS update to its Pixel phones. Android 14 brings several features to users, including Flash notifications, battery health percentage, battery cycle count, and more. One of them is also alerting about any app’s data sharing practices, which is a big update and likely please privacy-conscious users. Here is everything you need to know.
Android 14 to inform you about any app’s data sharing practices
The new Android 14 operating system now offers users insight into how their data is utilized by the apps they install. When granting permissions to apps, such as location data access, users will receive notifications if these apps share their data with third parties. This transparency empowers users to make informed decisions about data sharing, allowing them to promptly revoke permissions from apps they deem untrustworthy.
This new feature addresses a common concern among smartphone users who may inadvertently grant excessive permissions to apps without fully comprehending the potential consequences.
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With Android 14, users can gain valuable insights into an app’s data sharing practices, helping them maintain better control over their personal information. To further enhance user awareness, Android 14 will provide monthly summaries of “Data sharing updates for location,” ensuring users stay informed about how their data is being used.
Android 14 rolling out to select phones
Google has wasted no time in delivering the Android 14 update, with support already available for select Pixel devices. In the coming months, users can expect Android 14 to expand its reach to other popular devices from a variety of manufacturers, including Samsung Galaxy, iQOO, Nothing, OnePlus, Oppo, Realme, Sharp, Sony, Tecno, Vivo, and Xiaomi. Eligible Pixel devices include the Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5, Pixel 5a, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel Fold.
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For those eager to experience Android 14’s new features, Google has made the update easily accessible. Users who have not yet received the OTA (over-the-air) update notification can manually check for the update by navigating to their smartphone‘s Settings, then selecting System and finally System Update. By clicking the “Check for update” button, users can initiate the update process and use the latest Android version.
