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Disney-YouTube TV feud extends to Movies Anywhere, as Google no longer syncs digital movie purchases
It’s been less than a week since Disney-owned channels went off the air for YouTube TV subscribers, but we’re still seeing some unintended effects ripple through the industry. Following Disney’s move to pull its vast collection of original and acquired entertainment, Movies Anywhere is the next platform to see a hit from the House of Mouse.
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Google has submitted a proposal to “fix” the Play Store following its loss in the Epic Games court case, and the changes include better third-party app store support and reduced, but more complex, fees in the Play Store.
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Following a court ruling, Google has been forced to open up the Play Store in the US to allow Android apps to use other billing systems or direct users to alternate pricing options.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play adding You tab, new gaming profile, Q&A posts, and more
Besides Sidekick, Google Play is introducing a slew of updates today across gaming and personalization on Android.
Expand Expanding ClosePlay Games Sidekick is Gemini Live for Android games
Google is bringing Gemini Live to Android gaming with Play Games Sidekick. Billed as a coach, it’s meant to be a “helpful in-game overlay available while playing games downloaded from Play.”
Expand Expanding CloseVerizon is increasing prices while removing its Google Play Pass perk
Verizon is, once again, gearing up for a price increase across the board, affecting most, if not, all of its customers. That includes plan pricing and activation fees. On top of that, beloved Google Play perks are going away, really nailing the coffin tight.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle requiring Android apps support 16 KB memory page size to improve performance
In recent months, Android has been adding support for a 16 KB page size that will boost performance, and Google is now introducing a support requirement for apps in the Play Store.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play safety measures coming to Android in 2025
Google today previewed upcoming safety features coming to Google Play and Android apps in 2025.
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Google updating the Play Integrity API to work faster
Google is upgrading the Play Integrity API for Android app developers to be faster and more secure.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play’s Diamond Valley mini-game is now live: Here are the prizes
Diamond Valley is an interactive mini-game created by Google Play where you can win “Pixel devices, merchandise from your favorite games, Razer products, Play Points, and more.”
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Google Play recommends devs document their gen AI app testing
Google Play today is “providing guidance to help developers enhance the quality and safety of AI-powered apps” as adoption of those technologies increase, with increased testing being top of mind.
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Google releases new ‘Play Billing Lab’ app for Android devs
Google’s latest app is the Play Billing Lab, but it’s just for Android developers that need to test their Play Billing Library integration (like in-app purchases).
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Google Play quickly proves it knows almost nothing about Sonic the Hedgehog [Updated]
In a bizarre set of posts, the official Google Play account on Twitter/X has shared a wildly inaccurate timeline of Sonic the Hedgehog designs over the years.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle has an ‘illegal monopoly’ with Play Store & billing, jury finds in Epic case
The Epic vs Google court battle has come to a verdict, with a jury unanimously voting in Epic’s favor, and declaring that Google has an “illegal monopoly” with the Play Store and Google Play billing.
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Google officially launches redesigned Play Console app for Android
A helpful new tool is now available for Android app developers, with a new mobile app for the Google Play Console officially available.
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Google Play credits aren’t working for some Android users for purchases
Credits for the Google Play Store can come from a variety of sources, like gift cards, but if you’re trying to make a purchase right now, you might be left with nothing but an error message.
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Google may soon bring User Choice Billing to Android apps in the UK
The United Kingdom’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has had an ongoing antitrust probe into Google’s control over Android for months at this point, and it’s now looking like Google will soon bring User Choice Billing to Android apps distributed via the Play Store in the UK.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play will now machine translate Android apps for free
At the Google for Games Summit, Google announced the launch of free machine translation for Android apps. This will make it easier for developers to launch their apps in seven languages.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle made an ‘exclusive’ T-shirt for Play Points Platinum members
Occasionally, being on a higher Google Play Points tier provides nice perks, with Platinum members now getting a rather cool T-shirt.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play Store takes aim at annoying game ads, copycat apps, and misinformation in new rules
Google has just issued new policy updates for Play Store developers, and the new rules take aim directly at misinformation, impersonation, and annoying game ads… among other things.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play Pass is now available in India with over 1,000 paid apps and games
Google Play Pass is bringing a catalog of paid apps and games to India, nearly three years after launching in other countries.
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Verizon is dropping support for carrier billing through the Google Play Store
The Google Play Store offers several ways to pay for apps and subscriptions, including the option of adding the charge to your carrier bill. Verizon, though, is now dropping support for carrier billing in the Play Store.
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How to use a Google Play gift card and where to buy one
The Google Play store offers tons of content for all customers – not just Android users. Movies, TV shows, books, and more can be found in the Play Store. A gift card for the Google Play store is a great gift for anyone. So how do you buy one and how can it be used? Read our guide to find out.
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T-Mobile is handing out $10 Google Play credits to Google One subscribers
T-Mobile has been offering better support for more and more Google services as of late, including the recent arrival of a special Google One tier just for T-Mobile customers. Now, T-Mobile is handing out free Google Play credits as a gift to its subscribers.
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