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You might not see the full effects of the Epic v. Google ruling for years
By Brady Snyder published
Press pause One part of the court's injunction will still bring required changes starting next month, however.
Google Play Store may soon tackle the app install headache for super long listings
By Jay Bonggolto published
once and for all Google Play is apparently exploring ways to simplify app installation for longer listings.
Google's loss is our gain: Xbox purchases and gaming are coming to Android
By Brady Snyder published
Xbox everywhere Next month, you'll be able to purchase and play Xbox games via an Android app.
Google opening the Play Store to Epic won't go the way Judge Donato seems to think
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Monopoly power The Judge for Epic v Google round 1 has ruled that Google has to "open the Google Play store" and Google is already working on the appeal.
Google's latest legal setback could open the door for more app stores on Android
By Jay Bonggolto published
an epic victory A judge ruled Google must give competitors access to all Google Play apps and distribute their app stores.
News Weekly: Galaxy S25 renders break cover, the world's first tri-fold phone, and more
By Derrek Lee published
News Weekly A round-up of the biggest Google/Android-related news that stood out this week.
Google is making it harder to sideload apps on Android
By Jay Bonggolto published
limited option Android apps can now demand downloads through Google Play, putting the brakes on sideloading.
Google Play Store update finally fixes a long-standing hassle with app updates
By Jay Bonggolto published
getting with the times Google’s finally catching up and letting you update all your apps at the same time.
Latest Google Play System update adds improvements to Android services
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
System improvements The July Google Play System update rollout has benefited Google Play services, Play Store, Android TV, and Android core services.
Android users don't have to worry about data being stored by Google Play apps
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Goodbye data Last year, Google introduced a new policy for developers to allow app users to create and delete their accounts and associated data easily. The move finally appears official.
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