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Here you will find the latest news and most recent developments on the Play Store, with regular updates and all the information you need.
In 2023, Google pledged to make Android and the Play Store a more secure ecosystem, and for that, it brought multiple tweaks to the Data safety section of the Google Play Store, such as the ‘Independent security reviews'. Now, according to the latest report, Google is displaying the Independent Security Review badge prominently when you […]
Samsung has a variety of in-house apps that come preloaded on Galaxy phones and tablets. Many of these apps get regular updates via the Galaxy Store while some also get updates through the Google Play Store. For those who check for app updates regularly, it can be a nuisance to have to open the Galaxy […]
As per a new report, Android users should get ready to see more ads in the Google Play Store. The Play Store has now started showing limited-time events and sponsored suggestions right in the search bar. With this move, Google has added one more revenue stream to its tally. The Play Store will show ads, […]
Most Android users across the globe download apps from the Google Play Store (except for China). The apps listed on the Play Store are verified and go through multiple checks for quality and malware. However, if we go by the latest reports, Android users in India will see a new Google Play Store alternative. As per […]
A recent report by researchers at security firm McAfee has revealed that more than 60 apps are infected with the Goldoson malware. The worse part is that these popular South Korean apps are downloaded and installed over a million times. The developers of these apps accidentally added the malware by using a third-party library that […]
The Play Store has been continuously upgraded to allow users to quickly find the app for their devices. In September 2022, Google introduced the ‘Other Devices' section inside the Play Store to let users search for apps for smartwatches, TVs, and cars via their smartphones. To make things easier for Wear OS owners, Google is […]
With the microSD card slot breathing its last on smartphones, storage space constraints have become a big deal for many smartphone users. While brands offer extra storage space options on their smartphones, users have to pay the price for it. Well, to tackle this issue (to some extent), the Google Play Store will now auto-archive […]
In an official blog post, Google has implemented another measure toward Data Safety on the Play Store. Google announced that the app developers on the Play Store have to provide a data deletion option to the users to allow them to delete their accounts and data. This account and data deletion option should be available […]
Back at CES 2022, Google detailed its plans to reveal the feature that will help users access any chat app on their Android phone using a Chromebook. As per new reports, the feature might be heading towards its release because Google has started rolling out the ‘Cross-Device Services' feature to the Play Store for Chromebooks. […]
If you have multiple Android devices, such as smartphones or tablets, then managing apps on each device can be a frustrating task. Google is now working on a new multi-device app sync feature for the Play Store. Users will be able to keep track of all the installed apps across all of their Android devices. […]
Minecraft is an extremely popular game and is available across multiple platforms. It is now finally making its way to Chromebooks from Samsung and other brands. Mojang Studios, the developers and publishers of the game, announced an early access version of Minecraft for Chromebooks, available only to select users. The early access version of Minecraft: Bedrock […]
As we have entered a new month, Google is back with another Play System Update. The Google Play System Update ensure that Android devices (including Samsung's Galaxy lineup) are updated with new features and tweaks every month, so they do not require a separate update from the smartphone maker. They bring improvements to the Play […]
With every passing year, Google enhances the security of Android to safeguard users' privacy and data. Well, it seems like Android 14 will bring a great security feature that will stop you from downloading outdated apps on your phone. Apparently, Android 14 will block the installation of apps meant for outdated Android versions. For years, Android […]
Update: A Google spokesperson has reached out with the following comment: “Google Play Protect checks Android devices with Google Play Services for potentially harmful apps from other sources. Users are protected by Google Play Protect, which blocks these identified malicious apps on Android devices.” Experts at Group-IB, ThreatFabric, and Cyble have found a new Android […]
Google Play is the primary place for Android users to get apps and games. It features a plethora of free and premium apps to choose from. When you get your kids their own phone or tablet, they might want to purchase the games available on the Google Play Store. To avoid overspending or purchasing of […]