In 2022, Google introduced numerous new features on Android, some major while others minor.

However, you don’t need to know everything.

Here is a list of the most exciting features Android introduced in 2022.

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Private Photo Picker

One of the best privacy-focused features introduced by Android in 2022 was Private Photo Picker.

This way, the app can’t dive into the rest of your images.

Granular Media Permissions

Another cool privacy feature introduced in 2022 as part of Android 13 was granular media permissions.

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But starting with Android 13, media permissions for audio, video, and images are separate.

However, granting three different permissions for media might be cumbersome.

Revamped Clipboard

Copying text on Androidis more intuitive than ever after Android 13’s clipboard revamp.

Granting an app media permission on Android 13

When you copy text, the clipboard displays a small dialog previewing what you’ve copied.

The same applies to images, where you might perform basic editing before sharing.

Per-App Language Personalization

If you speak multiple languages, you’ll certainly loveAndroid’s new per-app language setting.

Granular permissions in Android 13

But thanks to Android 13, you no longer need to do so.

you’re free to fully control your smart devices without unlocking your rig.

This is like having a human translator with you.

Clipboard content preview on Android 13

Clipboard content edit page on Android 13

Languages and input page on Android

App languages page on Android

Customizing language per app

Android 13’s sleek media player

Android 13 output picker UI

Options to control external devices from locked state in Android 13

Ability to control external devices from locked state enabled in Android 13

Waking up Interepretor Mode on Google Pixel 6

Using Interpretor Mode on Google Pixel 6