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  1. Android News

    Google will require Android apps to have 64-bit support by August 2019

    Android Lollipop debuted in 2015 and brought support for 64-bit apps, but that hasn't been the standard. Now in a new blog post, Google says Android developers have until August 2019 to implement 64-bit support.
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    Here's a peek at the coming changes for increased Android platform security

    A new blog post on the Android Developers website has outlined upcoming changes that are designed to provide better platform security for Android developers and users.
  3. Android News

    Google Play direct carrier billing now supports Telcel

    Google has updated its list of direct carrier billing partners to include Telcel, one of the large major wireless carriers in Mexico. The page also mentions that Omantel, a major carrier in Oman, is now supported.
  4. Android News

    Microsoft Launcher surpasses 10 million downloads on the Play Store

    After being officially launched two months ago, Microsoft Launcher has surpassed 10 million downloads on the Play Store.
  5. Android News

    Google Play Store starts showing free and premium filters for searches

    Some users have been seeing free and premium filters when performing a search on the Play Store app. This should make it easier to find apps that fit your needs appropriately.
  6. Android News

    Google pauses ban on accessibility apps that use the service in responsible and innovative ways

    A Google Play Store email has confirmed Google has paused the ban on accessibility apps that aren't exclusively designed to help disabled people interact with their phone. They say they're considering responsible and innovative use cases for this permission.
  7. Android News

    Google Play's best apps, games, and movies of 2017 published

    Google has published its Best of 2017 list, highlighting the most popular apps, games, movies, books, and songs of the year. Pic Tools' Photo Editor turned out to be the most popular app of 2017, followed by weather forecast app What The Forecast?!! and Cartoon Network's Boomerang service.
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    Google bans apps that include lock screen ads from the Play Store

    Google has determined that apps with lock screen ads are no longer allowed in the Play Store. The only exception to the rule are actual lock screen apps, so apps which don't explicitly intend to change your lock screen can't display ads.
  9. Android News

    Multi-stage malware discovered on Google Play

    Security researchers at ESET have discovered a three-stage malware that snuck onto Google Play. These malware samples all employ a multi-stage architecture and encryption to stay under the radar. After being downloaded and installed, these apps do not request any suspicious permissions and even...
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    More Chromebooks get Google Play support

    6 more Chromebooks now have Google Play support. The Acer Chromebook 11 (C740) and Dell Chromebook 11 (7310) now have Android app support in the Chrome OS Beta channel. Meanwhile, the HP Chromebook 13 G1, Lenovo Thinkpad 13 Chromebook, and Samsung Chromebook 3 now have the Play Store in the...
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    Developers in Bangladesh and South Africa can now sell apps on the Play Store

    Developers in Bangladesh and South Africa can now sell premium apps on the Google Play Store. Previously, they could only publish free apps.
  12. Android News

    Play Store APK teardown reveals it will soon sell audiobooks

    A new teardown of the Google Play Store has revealed that you'll soon be able to buy audiobooks from the store.
  13. Android News

    YouTube TV for Android TV now on Google Play

    The YouTube TV app for Android TV has finally been made available on the Google Play Store.
  14. Android News

    More Chromebooks now support the Google Play Store

    Google has updated its list of Chromebooks that support running Android apps via the Google Play Store.
  15. Android News

    Google introduces a new bug bounty program to find vulnerabilities

    Google is introducing a new program to help root out vulnerabilities in third-party apps in its Google Play storefront. The Google Play Security Reward Program will pay researchers who discover problems in popular Android apps found in the store.
  16. Android News

    Google adds try now button to Play Store listings

    Google has added a Try Now button to Instant Apps, which are apps on the Play Store that you can try before you download them.
  17. Android News

    Google reduces its share of subscription fees from 30% to 15% for app developers

    Google has reduced its cut of subscription fees to follow Apple's example. The cut has been reduced from 30% down to just 15%.
  18. Android News

    Deal: $5 off a $50 Google Play gift card

    Amazon has $50 Google Play gift cards for $45. It's only $5 in savings, but it's still savings.
  19. Android News

    Google's battery app now on Google Play Store as Device Health Services

    Google has moved its battery management app into the Google Play Store under the name Device Health Services.
  20. Android News

    Google Assistant is now available on the Play Store

    You can now download Google Assistant as an app in the Google Play Store.
  21. Android News

    DEAL: Amityville: The Awakening will be coming exclusively to the Google Play Store

    Following the exclusive launch of Peter Dinklage's Rememory on Play Movies, Google doesn't seem to be slowing down and is already at it with another exclusive for its movies and TV service. This time, forget the drama, we're full on horror/thriller/gore with Amityville: The Awakening.
  22. Android News

    You can now see when your Google Play balance credits expire

    The Google Play Store app on Android is showing your nearest Play balance expiration date. That should come in handy if you've been gifted or you purchased some Google Play credit and you forgot when you applied it and when it would expire (usually after one year).
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    PPSSPP, the PSP emulator, passes 50 million installs on the Play Store

    Most of the apps that pass 50 million downloads on the Play Store are ones from major companies, but not this time. The newest app to join the 50 million club is PPSSPP, the popular open-source emulator for the Sony PlayStation Portable.
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    OnePlus moves a few of its apps to the Play Store for quicker updates

    OnePlus has moved its launcher, Weather, and Gallery applications to the Play Store. This allows the company to release quicker updates to those applications specifically.
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    DEAL: Baby Monitor 3G is down to just 10 cents on the Play Store

    One of the best baby monitor apps is now discounted to 10 cents. If you have a baby/toddler or you might soon have one, this deal is for you.