But here’s the kicker: Android 15‘s volume panel is also collapsible. A single tap will either shrink or expands the panel, which is perfect for keeping things compact when media isn’t playing. There’s a constantly-visible media output shortcut now too, another handy upgrade.
Google has even added playful animations – the stream name dances alongside its slider, and your current volume level pops up as you adjust. It’s a testament to how much Google pays attention to those little UI details when it comes to Material design.
Functionality might grow, too. While not yet active in testing, the redesign hints at surfacing extra controls for spatial audio and “noise control.” The update isn’t live yet, not even in the Developer Preview, unless you tweak the code. However, it is possible that it could drop at any time in an upcoming beta release and eventually make it to the public version of Android. 15.
