10 Highlights

• Android 15 has been released on Google Pixel phones, minus the anticipated cellular security feature, drawing user interest.
• Although Theft Detection is part of Android 15, developments echo missing security components discussed since Google I/O.
• • Continued absence of the promised feature for unencrypted networks raises concerns regarding Android 15 security.
  • Google I/O in May set high expectations for a missing cellular feature, hinting at protection against data breaches.
  • Speculation surrounds potential hardware compatibility issues affecting the activation of specific Android features.
  • The new Satellite connectivity feature in Pixel 9 series enhances phone capabilities, utilizing existing hardware assets.
  • Despite challenges, new features like Satellite Connectivity have been successfully integrated into the latest Pixel phones.
  • The latest Google reference highlights a new Scam Detection feature, initially exclusive to Pixel 6 and later models.
  • Google's Scam Detection utilizes AI to identify suspicious call dialogues, emphasizing on-device processing for privacy.
  • The missing security feature may still appear in future Android updates, aligning with Google's evolving security goals.