Google Play at I/O 2024 highlights better security and user app experiences Google detailed several new features and tools developers can use for their app on the Play Store. Android Central · May 14, 2024
Google adds biometric verification to Play Store to keep your in-store wallet safe Google Play Store's new security tool will ask you to verifiy your identify with either a fingerprint or face scan on Android. TechRadar · Apr 16, 2024
Google Play Store might bring 'parallel downloads' for multiple apps A dive into the Play Store's latest version showed signs of a new "parallel downloads" feature. Android Central · Mar 7, 2024
Kudumbashree’s Lunch Bell launched in city In the first phase, Lunch Bell will cater to select locations in Thiruvananthapuram city. Food should be ordered through Kudumbashree’s food delivery mobile application ‘Pocketmart,’ which is available on Play Store. The Hindu · Mar 5, 2024
Google-Indian startups row | App delisting cannot be permitted: Minister Vaishnaw Indian government takes strong stance against Google delisting Indian apps from Play Store, calls for resolution meeting next week. The Hindu · Mar 2, 2024
The Play Store brings 'Featured Stories' to apps and a dialog UI redesign Google is preparing to roll out an update that redesigns its dialog UI and adds a new editorial card for apps. Android Central · Feb 29, 2024
Google tests using AI to show 'App highlights' in Play Store listings Google has been testing AI-generated summaries of apps in the Play Store, and the latest iteration is called "App highlights." Android Central · Feb 20, 2024
Asus ROG phone 8 Pro review: “This pocket rocket helped me get into mobile gaming” The Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro is proof that gaming phones have matured, but there's still monstrous performance lurking under its sleek new shell. GamesRadar · Jan 16, 2024
Google warms up to more gambling apps on the Play Store Google detailed an expansion of its RMG app acceptance on the Play Store in more countries, alongside stronger rules. Android Central · Jan 12, 2024
$632 million Google Play Store settlement coming — how to claim your share As the result of an anti-trust case, Google's being forced to pay hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation, and you could be entitled to some of it if you live in the U.S. Tom’s Guide · Dec 21, 2023
You could be eligible for a payout from the Google Play store soon – here's why Google will also be making several changes to its Play Store to make it less restrictive to users and developers. TechRadar · Dec 19, 2023
Google to pay $700M in antitrust settlement reached with states before recent Play Store trial loss Google has agreed to pay $700 million and make several other concessions to settle allegations that it had been stifling competition against its Android app store — the same issue that went to trial in another case that could result in even bigger changes The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2023
You'll soon be able to uninstall Android apps remotely in the Play Store Google is adding an Android feature that will soon let you uninstall Play Store apps remotely. Android Central · Dec 19, 2023
Epic wins its antitrust lawsuit against the Play Store. What does this verdict mean for Google? Google lost an antitrust lawsuit over barriers to its Android app store, as a federal court jury has decided that the company’s payments system was anticompetitive and damaged smartphone consumers and software developers The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2023
Android Central · Dec 12, 2023 Google takes a major hit as Epic wins in antitrust court showdown Big win for app developers as Epic Games won a major victory against Google's Play Store monopoly.
WEKU · Dec 12, 2023 A jury decided Google's Android app store benefits from anticompetitive barriers The maker of Fortnite sued three years ago, alleging that Google abused its power to shield its Play Store from competition in order to protect a gold mine that makes billions of dollars annually.
Android Central · Dec 12, 2023 This Google Play Points promo lets you save 40% on Pixel devices Google is capping off the year with a Play Points promotion that lets you save 40% on the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Tablet.
Android Central · Nov 21, 2023 Spotify worked out a sweet deal with Google to avoid Play Store fees Spotify's sweet deal with Google has been exposed in the ongoing Epic v. Google trial, revealing an agreement that's way too generous.
Android Central · Nov 21, 2023 The Google Play Store could bring AI-generated FAQs for apps Code found within the latest version of the Google Play Store shows signs of new AI-powered FAQs.
Android Central · Nov 18, 2023 Nothing Chats pulled from Play Store amidst privacy blunder Following a turbulent week of surprises, it's been discovered that Nothing Chats isn't as great of a solution as it seemed.
Android Central · Nov 17, 2023 Google's Play Store 'Cubes' appears to be a hub for app content Google is seemingly working on a new "Cubes" app, which will help promote Play Store content discovery.
Tom’s Guide · Nov 13, 2023 Google Play Store is making a big upgrade to fight malware — what you need to know Google has issued a new testing mandate for new personal developer accounts looking to release their apps on the Play Store.
Android Central · Nov 10, 2023 Google offered Netflix a unique deal to stick with Play Store billing Court documents during Google vs Epic show the former once offered a deal to Netflix so it would use Play Store billing only.
Android Central · Nov 7, 2023 Uninstalling Android apps on other devices is about to become a lot easier Need to clear out some storage space or remove an app from your phone, tablet, watch, and Chromebook at once? It's about to become a lot easier.
Tom’s Guide · Nov 5, 2023 Play Store adds new badge to signal which Android VPN apps pass a security audit The new badge highlights which apps have been tested against a baseline of security criteria that Google developed alongside other cybersecurity partners.