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AppWizard

August 19, 2025

Amazon app store to shut down on Androids Aug. 20. What it means for users

Amazon will cease operations of its app store for Android users effective August 20, along with the discontinuation of the Amazon Coins program on the same date. The app store will remain available on Fire TV, Fire tablets, and other platforms. Android users with unspent Amazon Coins will be eligible for a refund, and users can check their balance by logging into the app store. If users do not have enough Amazon Coins for purchases, they can use credit cards or their existing coins for smaller transactions. Any remaining Amazon Coins after August 20 will be refunded.

AppWizard

August 18, 2025

Amazon App Store to shut down on Android within 48 hours

Amazon's App Store will no longer be accessible to Android users starting August 20, 2025, although it will still function on Fire TVs and Fire Tablets. Applications downloaded from the App Store will not be guaranteed to operate on Android devices after this date, raising concerns about app stability and security. Amazon will also discontinue its Amazon Coins program on the same date, and users with unspent balances will be eligible for refunds if their payment information is current. Users are advised to log into their Amazon accounts to verify their balance and update their payment details. Forbes recommends that Android users use the Google Play Store for app needs due to its security measures. The shutdown reflects Amazon's strategic shift away from competing with Google Play on Android devices, focusing instead on its Fire ecosystem, which has sold over 40 million units globally in 2024. The Amazon App Store, launched in 2011, struggled to gain market share, with downloads dipping below 1% of the global app market by 2022.

AppWizard

August 12, 2025

Amazon is shutting down its Android app store next week

The Amazon App Store on Android devices will close on August 20, marking a shift in Amazon's strategy to focus on its own products like Fire Tablets and Fire TV. The decision, announced in February, comes as Amazon has determined that the incentive to maintain the service for Android users has diminished, given that most interactions with the app store are from its proprietary devices. The app store, available in over 200 countries, provided a platform for various applications but will soon be discontinued, along with Amazon Coins, which will also be refunded by the closure date.

Winsage

March 17, 2025

Windows 11 gets a tool to control Android phones, but you’re not going to like it

Microsoft's latest feature in Windows 11, Copilot, allows users to control their Android devices from their desktop. Users must manually confirm actions on their phones, such as starting a meditation timer, which requires physical interaction with notifications. Initial tests showed mixed results, with unsuccessful attempts to set alarms and retrieving outdated or deleted messages. This indicates that while Copilot aims to enhance connectivity and assist with daily tasks, its current functionality has limitations.

BetaBeacon

February 21, 2025

Games might be lost as Amazon set to discontinue its app store on Android

Amazon is discontinuing its Android app store on August 20, 2025. Amazon Coins, the currency used for in-app purchases, are no longer being sold as of February 20, 2025. Unused Amazon Coins will be refunded after the app store shutdown. Fire TV and Fire Tablet devices will still have access to the app store. Users are advised to download purchased apps before the shutdown.

AppWizard

February 21, 2025

Amazon Is Shutting Down Its Android App Store For Users: Does It Really Matter?

Amazon will close its App Store for Android devices on August 20, 2025, due to low user engagement compared to the Google Play Store. Developers have been notified to stop submissions to the App Store. Additionally, Amazon is discontinuing its Amazon Coins program and will process refunds for any unused coins. The company is shifting its focus to enhancing app experiences on its own devices, such as Fire TV and Fire HD tablets.

AppWizard

February 21, 2025

Amazon app store for Android to discontinue operations this year

Amazon will close its Android app store on August 20, 2025. Developers can submit updates for existing apps until the closure but cannot introduce new applications. The app store will remain functional on Amazon's Fire tablets and Fire TV. In Japan, in-app purchases will be discontinued, and users are advised to seek alternative marketplaces. Amazon will also end its Amazon Coins program, refunding any unused Coins by the closure date, with the last purchase opportunity on February 20, 2025. Additionally, Amazon's app store support for Windows devices will cease on March 5, 2025.

AppWizard

February 21, 2025

Amazon is closing its Android app store

Amazon will close its Android app store on August 20, 2025. Developers can no longer submit new applications but can submit updates for existing apps until the closure date. In-app purchases have been disabled for customers in Japan, while users in other regions can continue using the app store until it closes. Amazon cannot guarantee the functionality of apps downloaded from the store after the closure. Subscriptions purchased through the app store can still be managed within the app or via the website. Amazon Coins will no longer be available for purchase, and unused Coins will be refunded after the store's closure. The app store will still operate on Amazon's proprietary devices, including Fire TV and Fire Tablet.

AppWizard

February 20, 2025

Amazon App Store to close on Android

The Android Amazon App Store will close on August 20th, ending the submission of new applications and access to the store on Android devices. The Coins program will also be discontinued on the same date, with refunds for remaining coins. Developers can still submit updates for existing applications until the closure. In-app purchases on Android will be halted for Japanese users but will remain available through other marketplaces. The Amazon App Store will continue to operate on Fire TV and Fire Tablet devices.

AppWizard

February 20, 2025

Amazon to shut down its Android app store on August 20

Amazon will phase out its Android app store, with the final operation day on August 20, 2025. Developers can no longer submit new applications for Android devices, but updates for existing apps will be accepted until the shutdown. Users can access previously downloaded apps, but functionality is not guaranteed post-shutdown. The app store will remain operational on Amazon's Fire OS devices. Amazon ceased operations of the Appstore on Windows 11 devices in March 2024. The Amazon Coins program has been discontinued, with no new purchases available and remaining balances refunded after August 20. Starting February 20, 2025, customers in the JP marketplace will be unable to make in-app purchases or earn and redeem Amazon Points on the Android app store, though they can still do so on Fire Tablets or at Amazon.co.jp.