By adding a ‘hardware diagnostic tool’ to the Android 15 beta version that will allow you to detect the malfunction, Google makes it easier for users to diagnose hardware problems on their smartphones or tablets on their own. Thanks to this tool, users will be able to check whether the main components of their devices are working correctly and detect potential problems before contacting technical service.
New Hardware Diagnostic Tool coming with Android 15 beta 3
The existence of the hardware diagnostic tool was discovered by Android Authority in the latest beta version of Android 15. The tool is not enabled by default, but can be enabled manually. To do this, simply follow Settings > System > Device Diagnostics. The hardware diagnostic tool consists of two main parts: Component Health and Evaluation Mode.
- Component Health: In this section, users can manually test components such as the display, touch screen, battery and storage memory.
- Screen: Problems such as dead pixels, light leaks or color distortions can be checked.
- Battery: Information such as the remaining capacity of the battery, production date, first use date and number of charging cycles are displayed.
- Storage Memory: The remaining life and total capacity of the storage memory can be checked.
- Evaluation Mode: This mode requires the use of another compatible device for more complex tests. The evaluation process involves scanning a QR code and internet access for some tests.
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This hardware diagnostic tool provides an overview of the device’s overall health, making it easy to spot potential issues with the display, battery, or memory. Thus, it is possible to avoid unnecessary service visits. Although there are similar functions offered by third-party applications, integrating this tool into the operating system provides a significant advantage.
This move by Google aims to help users better manage the health of their devices and find more efficient solutions by detecting potential problems in advance. This new feature coming with Android 15 will further improve the user experience and help minimize technical service needs.