What’s New in Android 15 Beta? One‑Step Biometric Passwords and Platform Stability
Google’s third Android 15 beta brings platform‑level stability with finalized APIs, allowing developers to test near‑final builds, and introduces a streamlined one‑step biometric password UI that merges password prompts with biometric input for a smoother user experience.
Android 15 platform stability has arrived.
Google today released the third beta of Android 15, moving the platform one step closer to its final release. This update achieves platform‑level stability, meaning the APIs are now finalized and developers can begin testing their apps on a build that closely mirrors the eventual final version.
Since the previous beta, there have not been major changes, but a few interesting details have emerged.
The new beta emphasizes a significant change to the password user interface. Passwords that use biometric authentication now require only a single step instead of two—Google’s password manager has merged the password hint with the biometric input screen. If you accidentally tap the password hint, a new backup option is available via the keyboard and text‑field dropdown menu, making the experience more convenient.
The screenshot shows the updated password UI.
Even as Android 15 approaches its final form, there remain many areas for developers to explore.
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