Google Play will finally start spotlighting apps worthy of your big screen
Google Play Store is introducing a new update that highlights apps optimized for large screens. The update, version 51.2, will include badges to identify such apps and improve discoverability. Additional features include subscription details in reviews and various usability improvements.
- ▪Google Play Store version 51.2 will introduce badges for apps optimized for large screens.
- ▪The update aims to improve user experience on foldables and tablets by highlighting suitable apps.
- ▪Subscription information will now appear in app reviews, giving users more transparency.
- ▪Usability tweaks are also included in the latest Play Store release.
- ▪The changes are part of Google's broader effort to enhance app quality and user engagement on larger Android devices.
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| Publication time | Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:40:11 +0000 |
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