Google testing feature that will charge Android phones faster

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Yesterday’s release of Android 17 Beta 3 included some new features and bug fixes. The update was able to exterminate the bug that caused the “Hey Google” hot word to stop working on Pixel phones. After installing Android 17 Beta 3, this feature works faster and better than ever. The update also debuted the multitasking App Bubbles that were introduced in Android 17 Beta 2.

Hidden code discovered in Android 17 Beta 3

If you long-press on an app icon from your home screen, select Bubble from the pop-up menu. The app whose icon you pressed turns into an app icon bubble that you can move anywhere on the screen of your phone. When you’re ready to use the app, tap the app icon bubble and a smaller window opens with the app inside of it. It’s a great way to multitask on your Pixel phone. Also exciting for Android and Pixel users was the discovery of code strings in Android 17 Beta 3.

Going through the new Beta release, Android Authority discovered references to a new feature called “Priority Charging.” When enabled, Priority Charging will pause background activity, such as app updates, allowing the device to concentrate on delivering faster charging speeds. Strings of code found in the just released Beta show how Google is positioning Priority Charging as a feature to use when you’re short on time, and you need your phone to charge at the fastest possible charging speed. Calls and texts will not be affected.

Code strings related to the Priority Charging feature being tested by Google. | Image by Android Authority

A new feature could allow Android users to get a speedy battery charge when time is short

The code strings discovered also revealed that the feature recommends users use a charger running at a speed of 30W or higher. This shows that Google expects Priority Charging users to have a fast charging speed so…

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