Androids should have at least 6GB RAM and 32GB storage w/ Google's latest requirement

There's a new minimum requirement of memory for Android smartphones.

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New RAM and storage requirements

Google has updated the hardware requirements for Android smartphones with the release of Android 15, implementing upgraded standards for both storage and memory. These changes will particularly affect entry-level and budget devices moving forward.

The most notable change comes in storage specifications. Android 15 now mandates that devices must have at least 32GB of internal storage to receive Google Mobile Services (GMS) certification. This represents a doubling of the previous 16GB requirement that was introduced with Android 13.

Breaking down the storage allocation:

• A minimum of 24GB (75 percent of total storage) must be dedicated to the data partition
• This space will be used for system files, pre-installed apps, and user data
• Devices with less than 32GB of storage won't be eligible for Android 15 updates

Mobile phones with 2GB to 3GB RAM must now use Android Go, while sub-2GB devices lose GMS eligibility entirely. While 4GB RAM devices can run full Android 15, they'll be restricted to Android Go with Android 16, effectively making 6GB the future minimum for standard Android

Apart from these updated requirements, Google also added a new opt-in emergency contact sharing feature that allows users to share critical information with first responders. Google requires clear privacy disclosures and maintains strict user consent controls for this functionality.

These changes reflect Android's evolution toward better performance standards while maintaining support for budget devices through Android Go. The adjustments may lead to improved baseline quality but could also impact entry-level device pricing.

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Source: Android Authority