Android is set to introduce a feature for monitoring battery health, according to Mishaal Rahman of AndroidAuthority. This feature is already in development for Android 14, but it may not be available in the upcoming updates for this version.
What benefit does knowing the battery’s health status provide?
It is essential to be aware of the mobile battery’s health to ensure the longevity of your smartphone and receive necessary OS updates, especially for Google Pixel phones that receive updates for up to 7 years.
Android collects battery data in the background, but currently lacks a built-in feature to indicate when the battery needs replacement.
Google is currently developing a new feature to monitor battery health.
Google is developing a feature to monitor the battery health of Android devices, with new APIs introduced on Android 14. However, users currently cannot access this data on the operating system.
The most recent update of the Settings Services app on Pixel and other devices includes a section named “battery health,” which provides a general warning that batteries deteriorate over time and may hold less charge.
Introduction and release dates
The battery health status display feature for Android devices is expected to be introduced with the release of Android 15, with Google Pixel phones likely to receive it first.
