Android 13 (Go Edition) Hardware Requirements
The new version of Android Go OS comes with some major changes in the underlying technical functionalities and improved user experience. For example, Google says that the new Android 13 (Go edition) will not compromise a device’s storage availability. However, the company did mention that Android Go devices require at least 2GB of RAM.
Android 13 (Go Edition): Features and Changes
The latest version of Android Go claims to increase reliability and offer more usable and customization options for the users. Google has added the Material U theme to the new Android 13 (Go Edition), allowing users to customize their phone’s color scheme to coordinate with their wallpaper. Initially, users will be allowed to choose from four complimentary color schemes.
According to the screenshot shared by Google in the official announcement, the new theme on the lock screen and quick settings looks like a Pixel phone. Android 13 (Go Edition) will also add the Discover feature to the budget phone. The feature, like any other Android phone that it offers, will help users swipe right from their home screen to find a curated list of articles and other content.
Apart from the new theme, Google has added some major Android 13 features like notification permissions, app language preferences and more in the Go version.
Google Play System Update Support: Importance
Android 13 Go has also added support for Google Play system updates which will keep the device updated even without any major Android release.
The inclusion of Google Play system update support in Android 13 Go is in line with project mainline, Under this project, Google will fix critical bugs as well as security issues at the platform level and will roll out these changes directly to the user. This way, they will not have to depend on the phone manufacturer to push the update.