The future for Pixel users and lock screen personalization is about to get a new definition with the Android 15 update by Google. As a follow-up to what was introduced with Android 14, the beta testing for this update promises an abundance of new options for personalization, especially in the form of expanded controls over lock screen clock styles and sizing.
Android 14 had already set the ground for lock screen customization by adding features that allowed users to play around with shortcuts and choose between nine different clock styles.
What's New in Android 15?
Before, users could adjust the colors and sizes of clocks but only to a limited extent. Google is now filling in this gap with Android 15, offering an even more granular level of control. As Android Police reports, the latest quarterly beta release, Android 15 QPR2 Beta 2, brings progress on the revamped Pixel Wallpaper app.
This app is a core part of managing lock screen customization and now correctly populates clock-style options. Here's what's coming.
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Granular Clock Customization
There will be an added customization page for people to fine-tune how big the lock screen clock is. Controls include controls on the weight, width, roundness, and slant of the clock which will allow people to tweak it to look however fits their personal aesthetic.
Setting Access Improvements
The pencil or edit button will appear on the clock-style cards. Navigating to the new customization page is easy because of this.
Though not fully functional in beta, manual access has confirmed the feature is under development.
Dynamic and Small Clock Options:
Two modes are currently available for Pixel users: Dynamic, which adjusts clock size depending on what's on the lock screen; and Small, a small clock in the corner of the lock screen.
Android 15 will open up many more options, giving users a more customized settings menu.
Limitations and Compatibility
The new clock size options will add more flexibility, but it's not clear if the feature will be available for all clock types. The simpler clock designs will likely be the ones to accommodate these changes, but that is yet to be confirmed.
In addition, the redesigned Pixel Wallpaper app will bring back the icon shape option, which has been sorely missed in past updates, Android Authority notes.
When Will It Roll Out?
Google has yet to announce a release date for the enhanced Pixel Wallpaper app or the final version of Android 15. However, progress in the beta suggests it's nearing completion. The update promises to be more than a visual overhaul—it's shaping up to be a comprehensive upgrade in lock screen personalization.
What This Means for Pixel Users
Android 15 has now brought lock screen customization to give users more control over their devices.
The new clock styles and precise adjustments in the update promise to take the personalization experience for Pixel users to new heights, making Android the favorite platform for device customization.
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