Android 16 comes with technology that will extend the life of phone batteries

Google is preparing to offer a new feature for users who want to track the battery health of their phones with Android 16. According to the news in CHIP; This feature will allow phone owners to track battery cycles, maximum capacity and current status more easily. However, this feature will not be available on every Android device. The fact that especially older models will not be able to receive this update may cause disappointment among users.

The “Battery Health Tool” that will come with Android 16 will provide more information about battery life by showing the number of battery cycles, maximum capacity and graphical data of this information. This tool will allow users to manage their phone’s battery in a healthier way and will provide a clear view of how efficiently the battery is working. This feature, which was introduced to Android 16 Beta users in March, stands out as an innovation that Google has been working on for a long time.

Limited Device Support

Unfortunately, this feature won’t be available for all Android devices. According to a report by Android Authority, Google’s battery health indicator will only be available on the Pixel 8A and newer models. Devices like the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro Fold will also be eligible for this new feature. However, older Pixel devices won’t be able to take advantage of this feature. Google won’t be bringing these tools to older devices due to “product limitations.”

Why Will This New Feature Only Be Available on New Models?

Google is only focusing on the Pixel 8A and Pixel 9 series for this feature. There is no official statement on the exact reason behind this decision as of now. However, Google's reference to "feasibility" limits suggests that this feature will not be available on older devices due to technical limitations. This means that older hardware is unlikely to receive this update.

Google's Plans for Transparency in Battery Management

With the Android 16 update, it seems that Google aims to provide more data to its users by taking a more transparent approach to battery management. However, these innovations are limited to new generation devices, which means that such features cannot be used on older phones. How Google will proceed in this regard will be more clearly understood in the future.

Source: News Center