Android 15 has an important new app archiving feature in store, similar to what Apple has been offering for iPhones for some time, and it promises to redefine the way we manage storage space on our mobile devices. On the eve of the release of Android 15, the tech community is buzzing, eagerly awaiting the new features that the operating system will bring.
Android 15 has one of the most anticipated new functions revealed by a leaker, it will allow the archiving of applications, and promises to free up space on the device without losing important data. The concept of app archiving isn't new, having its roots in earlier ideas like 2015's Nextbit Robin.
Android 15, through this function, will allow users to "freeze" unused applications, transferring their data to the cloud and removing them from the device to save space. However, the app icon remains on the device screen, allowing for a quick and easy restore when needed, picking up exactly where you left off.
Android 15 will have a GREAT Function from Google, Taken from iPhone and iOS
In the video above, you can see that the process of archiving an app appears to be extremely simple and intuitive in Android 15. Users will only need to go to the information screen of the desired app and select the option to archive. After uploading the data to the cloud, the application icon turns colorless, indicating its archived status. Restoring the app is just as easy, requiring just a tap on the gray icon or using the restore option from the info screen.
Android 15 will have a major difference between archiving and uninstalling apps, in that while uninstalling completely removes the app and its data from the device, archiving keeps the data in the cloud. This means that upon restoration, users can resume their activity without having to log back in or reconfigure their app, while still keeping their progress and data.
Android 15 has the feature is still in the development stage and may undergo changes until the official release, but the prospects are promising. Android 15 users should look forward to being able to manage space on their devices more efficiently without sacrificing access to important apps and data. This innovation marks an important step in the evolution of mobile operating systems, offering users an ideal balance between functionality and saving storage space.
