Welcome to the 527th edition of Android Apps Weekly, where we discuss the latest mobile news and take a closer look at some of the hottest new apps and games.…
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Android 15 discontinues apps built for Android Marshmallow
To protect ordinary users, Google is on a mission to ensure that developers update their apps. Since last year, the Play Store has started hiding old apps from users. This…
Google is shutting down Fitbit apps and third-party watch faces in the EU
Abstract Google has announced that it will end support for the third-party Fitbit app and watch face in the EU by June 2024 in response to the new regulations. Although…
Snake Core, Residual, Sir Questionnaire and more
Google Play’s Friday afternoon deals on Android games and apps are now available and waiting for you below. Joining today’s software deals, we’re also tracking deals on the Pixel 7…
Apple’s iOS reigns supreme in the US, but Google Maps is the king of navigation apps
Abstract Google maps reign supreme in navigation applications, and 70% of users use them to avoid speed traps. With 27%, Waze, also owned by Google, came second among users who…
A first look at third-party WhatsApp integration reveals exciting changes
The European Union’s Digital Markets Act, after many other consumer-friendly victories, will soon bring us third-party WhatsApp integration. This is something that has been in the works for some time.…
Beeper’s new Android app just got its first update – a full list of changes
After the dream of iMessage for Android was crushed, Beeper has released a revamped Android app that is now available and is already getting its first update. The new Beeper…
Which navigation app wins the race?
Citymapper may not come pre-installed on Android phones like Google Maps, but it’s a great alternative to Google’s flagship mapping app. It provides the information you need to navigate cities,…
Google will remove Fitbit’s third-party apps in Europe
Fitbit smartwatch users in Europe will lose access to third-party apps starting this summer. In an update to its support pages, Google-owned Fitbit announced that it will remove support for…
Android 15 improves the Pixel Fold’s external display with apps
The Google Pixel Fold picks up some new tricks with Android 15, with the second developer preview adding the option to continue running apps on the external screen when the…