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Google is shutting down Android Instant Apps over ‘low’ usage
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Google will shut down Android's Instant Apps feature in December 2025 due to low usage. Introduced in 2017, Instant Apps allowed users to try apps and games without full installation. Google's decision is based on the feature's limited popularity and a shift towards other discovery tools like AI-powered app highlights. This change lets Google focus on more effective developer tools and encourages users to download full apps for deeper engagement.
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Microsoft pulls the plug on Windows 11 Android apps: Know what happened
Livemint
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1y ago
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Microsoft has announced that it is ending support for running Android apps on Windows 11. The Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) feature, which allowed users to access mobile applications on their PCs, will no longer be available from March 5, 2025. While existing Android apps will still work, users will no longer be able to install new apps from the Microsoft Store. This decision is likely due to the low usage rates of Android apps on Windows 11. It remains unclear what the future holds for Android integration within the Windows ecosystem.
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Google is sunsetting the Google Pay app in the US later this year
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1y ago
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Google has announced that it will be shutting down the Google Pay app in the United States in June. The move is aimed at simplifying Google's payment apps, with the standalone app being largely replaced by Google Wallet. Users will still be able to access the app's popular features through Google Wallet, which is currently used five times more than the Google Pay app in the US. The Google Pay app will continue to be available in Singapore and India. The consolidation of payment apps aims to make Google's services less confusing for users.
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Google would like you to know that Gmail isn't going anywhere
Business Insider
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1y ago
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Google has debunked a fake screenshot suggesting that Gmail is shutting down. The phony email circulated online, causing confusion and concern among users. The fake notice appears to have been based on a previous announcement from Google about discontinuing Gmail Basic HTML view. However, Google has clarified that Gmail is not going anywhere. Users are reminded that inactive accounts may be subject to deletion, so regular usage is encouraged to retain access and prevent loss of data.
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A Jury Will Decide If Google's App Store Is an Unjust Monopoly
Wired
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1y ago
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Fortnite creator Epic Games' lawsuit against Google over its monopoly on the Google Play Android app store could potentially force significant changes in how Google controls apps if they win the trial, which began this week. Google Play accounts for over 90% of all downloads onto Android phones in the US, according to state prosecutors. Epic's allegations have led to some competition regulators ordering Google to loosen its control over app distribution. The trial's outcome could impact Google's tight grip on app downloads and payments.
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Google may levy service fee on real-money gaming apps
Money Control
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1y ago
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Google may levy service fee on real-money gaming apps that feature on its Play Store, according to its Android Developers Blog. "We will also be evolving our service fee model for real-money gaming apps...to help sustain Android and Play ecosystems," Google said. Google Play will also support more real-money gaming apps from June for users in India, Mexico and Brazil.
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Google India may remove BharatMatrimony, Info Edge and 8 others for non-payment.
Livemint
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1y ago
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Google is reportedly considering removing apps from 10 Indian companies, including popular matrimony apps, due to a dispute over service fee payments. The disagreement arises from Google's imposition of a service fee on in-app payments. The move could escalate tensions and has already affected the stock prices of some companies involved. Google maintains that its fees support investments in the app store and Android OS. This potential removal of apps raises concerns within the Indian startup community.
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Google's Podcast app to shut down from tomorrow. Here's what you should do
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1y ago
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Google Podcasts, the app with over 500 million downloads, is shutting down in the US on April 2. Google is focusing on audio and video podcasts with YouTube Music and will stop the app's functionality in other parts of the world later this year. Users are urged to migrate their subscriptions to YouTube Music or another podcast service. While the app will still be available for download, it will no longer stream shows after shut down. The process to transfer subscriptions to YouTube Music is explained in the article.
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Google sues alleged crypto scammers for luring people into investments they’d never get back
The Verge
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1y ago
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Google has filed a lawsuit against two app developers from China and Hong Kong for offering fraudulent cryptocurrency trading apps and investment platforms on its Play Store. The apps were used in romance scams known as "pig butchering," where users were deceived into investing money. Google alleges that over 100,000 people downloaded these apps and lost varying amounts of money. The company has taken down the apps and is seeking to hold the developers accountable. Google claims the scam caused economic damages of over $75,000 and threatened the integrity of its app store.
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The Razr Ultra proves flip phones are almost ready
The Verge
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1m ago
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In a recent Vergecast episode, The Verge’s David Pierce and Allison Johnson discuss the evolving landscape of flip and fold phones, focusing on Motorola's Razr Ultra. Despite improvements, such devices still face challenges in performance and cost. They also address Snapchat's inability to monetize despite its popularity, and ponder the implications of potential ads in chat apps. Finally, they explore theoretical scenarios like the impact of Google potentially shutting down Chrome amid regulatory pressures.
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Google Podcasts is shutting down soon, users urged to move to YouTube Music
TechCrunch
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1y ago
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Google is shutting down its Podcasts app in the U.S. and is asking users to migrate their subscriptions to YouTube Music by April 2. The Google Podcasts app, which has been installed over 500 million times globally, has been popular for podcast discovery and listening. Google had announced the shutdown plan last September as part of its effort to consolidate audio services under YouTube. YouTube Music can now support podcasts globally and attract a larger audience with the rising popularity of video podcasts. The shutdown will take place globally by 2024.
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