… Through these changes, Android and Google Play remain committed to ensuring that billions of users can continue to enjoy their apps with confidence and developer innovation can thrive. …
… Test your current app for compatibility, learn whether your app is affected by changes in Android 17, and install your app onto a device or emulator running Android 17 and extensively test it. …
… Coming soon, our new in-app subscription management API lets subscribers change plans or accept a downgrade offer the moment they hit “cancel.” Combined with replacement modes that automate prorated refunds, you’ll have a powerful toolkit to save at-risk subscribers. …
… This integration supports uploading an initial release of a brand-new app to Play Console’s internal test track. You can also use this feature to upload releases to existing apps to test tracks. …
… Automated Firebase integration: The backend plumbing is handled for you. The template automatically connects your project to Firebase services, ensuring a secure bridge between your app and Google’s Gemini models. …
… It empowers your apps to behave like on device MCP servers, contributing functions that act as tools for use by agents and assistants. AppFunctions integration with Gemini is currently in a private preview with trusted testers, and you can begin preparing your apps already. …
… Ready to see how this fits into your own app? To get started, update your project to the latest Credential Manager API and explore our Integration Guide . …
… What’s next We want to give you plenty of time to review these changes and update your apps. …
… We’re providing multiple integration paths to meet you wherever you are on this intelligence journey, whether it’s with an effortless, “no-code change” app automation or using the AppFunctions API, to provide you with more control in an MCP-like fashion. …
… Most of your users’ download experience will not change at all While verification tools are rolling out now, the experience for users downloading your apps will not change until later this year. …