Android 14 update: an overview of the features
With the introduction of the Android 14 update, our rugged industrial tablets Rocktab S508 and Rocktab S510, as well as our new handheld the Rockscan A260, are equipped with a wealth of new features and improvements that will help make your daily workflows more efficient and convenient. We will explain the most important new features below.
Material You: refining the design language
The Material You design, which was already introduced in Android 12, has now been refined in the latest Android 14 version. By personalizing the lock screen with different clock designs and other shortcuts, you can now make your product more individual.
Individual customization of notifications
The separate volume controls now allow you to adjust ringtones and notifications separately. This can be useful in some working environments so that important notifications are not missed while other sounds remain muted.
Back gesture with preview
A new back gesture with preview shows whether you are going back within the app or switching to the home screen.
Intuitive operation through drag & drop
With the improved drag & drop functionality, you can easily move text, images or files between different apps. This function makes work much easier, whether you are editing a document, creating a presentation or simply organizing photos.
Visual notifications
Acoustic notifications are easy to miss in a noisy environment.
The new visual notifications ensure that you no longer miss any important messages. Whether the display lights up discreetly or the LED flashes conspicuously. You can set how you want to be notified here.
Improved HDR photos
Better readability
Increased security and data protection for your data
Android 14 now has improved data protection and security functions. These functions allow you to fully control your data and preserve your privacy in the best possible way.
Transparency: Detailed insights into data usage
Now you can see in more detail how apps use your data. Android 14 provides detailed insights into the collection and use of data from each app. At a glance, you can see what information an app collects, why it needs this information and who it may share it with. You have full control to customize your privacy settings according to your wishes. You can decide which apps can access your location, which notifications you receive and what information you want to share with others. New privacy features and improved control over access to photos and videos allow companies to better control sensitive data and increase security.
Health Connect: Health data securely under control
Health Connect offers you a central platform for all health and fitness data. This could be of interest to companies in the healthcare sector or for companies that want to promote the health and well-being of their employees. You can combine wearables, fitness trackers and health apps to get a comprehensive overview of your health. In addition, you have full control over which apps share which data. It would be possible for health data to be transmitted to incident command with suitable wearables, which is a potential scenario for firefighting operations. Progress is already being made in this area.
Optimized battery life
In Android 14, internal processes have been made more efficient to extend battery life. For the Rocktab S508 and Rocktab S510, this means up to 3 hours of additional battery life from 9 hours (with Android 12) to up to 12 hours (Android 14), depending on the application. This not only ensures longer productivity without intermediate charging, but also makes the spare battery obsolete in some scenarios. In addition, the battery is used less, which underlines our claim to sustainability, as the batteries require fewer charging cycles and can therefore be used for much longer.
Extended taskbar for tablets
The extended taskbar now also shows the names of the apps, giving you faster access to your most important apps. This allows you to switch effortlessly between different applications. Your apps are always just a click away, making navigation easier.
Improvements to WLAN, NFC and Bluetooth
Android 14 ensures more stable connections to Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth devices and faster data transfer. This means fewer disconnections, reliable connection quality and fast data transfer in everyday working life.
Conclusion
The Android 14 operating system marks an important step forward for the robust Rocktab S508 and Rocktab S510 tablets and the Rockscan A260 handheld. It offers even more intuitive operation and ensures greater security. The new features and improvements make these rugged tablets even more future-proof, strengthening their position as ideal companions for demanding tasks in industry, logistics, trade and more.
Would you like to find out more about optimizing your work processes with Android 14? Feel free to contact us! We will advise you.
