Google is reportedly working on a new Android API for what it calls Rich Ongoing Notifications, which would allow apps to display information at a glance in a status bar much like Apple's Live Activities in the Dynamic Island. of the iPhone. This is according to the journalist. who spotted the code in Android 15 QPR1 Beta 3. It could work very similar to the time tracker that currently appears when you're on a phone call, with a bit of text in a bubble at the top of the screen that you can Tap to open the app and get more details.
writing for Android AuthorityRahman says the API will “allow apps to create chips with their own text and background color found in the status bar.” It could be especially useful for things like traffic updates, allowing users to keep track of pertinent information like departure times or Uber ETAs while using other apps. However, the feature is not complete yet and it could still be some time before we see it. Rahman predicts that it will arrive with Android 16.
