In a beta version of Android 14, a feature has been discovered that shows the user the status of the battery. This allows the user to estimate whether the battery will need to be replaced soon. It is not yet known whether and when the function will be rolled out.
The feature was noticed by Mishaal Rahman from Android Authority. Currently, Android users still need third-party apps or commands to check the condition of the battery. iPhones have had this feature for quite some time.
Since the release of the latest Pixel Feature Drop update in early December, Pixel owners have been able to request more information about their batteries, including the date of manufacture. According to Rahman, the latest Android 14 QPR2 beta contains a hidden battery status page. While it doesn’t yet include an actual battery health gauge, the code suggests it could show information like “the estimated charge the battery can currently provide compared to when it was new.”
Rahman also came across icons indicating reduced battery capacity or that the battery is not being detected. He also says that the Settings app will send tips when there are updates on battery status.
Battery status Android beta version. Source: Android Authority