Android System WebView Archives

AppWizard

January 21, 2026

Android 16 Beta Still Crashing Apps Despite Google’s Claims of Fixing It

Google released the Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 update for Pixel 6 and newer models, aiming to fix issues, including crashes of Microsoft applications. Despite the update, many users still report crashes, especially with work-related apps like Microsoft Teams. Some users experience crashes only on their work profiles, while others face issues regardless of the profile. A few users have reported no problems at all with Microsoft applications on the latest beta. Google specifically mentioned fixing issues related to Microsoft Intune, but regular users continue to face problems. One user found a workaround by enabling Android System WebView, which was previously disabled. There has been little activity on the Issue Tracker regarding these issues, and users may consider reverting to the stable version of Android 16 without losing data.

AppWizard

January 20, 2026

Android 16 beta continues to crash popular work apps, and Google has no fix yet

Pixel users are experiencing ongoing issues with Microsoft Office applications following the Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 update, which was intended to fix previous crashing problems. Despite Google's assurances, many users report that glitches persist, particularly among beta users. Issues include crashes with specific Microsoft apps like Teams and the Microsoft Launcher. Some users report that apps crash in work profiles but function normally in personal profiles. A potential workaround involves re-enabling Android System WebView, but this solution is not widely verified. Google has not provided updates on the issues reported in the Issue Tracker, leaving users uncertain about a fix. Reverting to the stable version of Android 16 may serve as a temporary solution.

AppWizard

December 15, 2025

Google Makes Uninstalling System App Updates More Complicated Than It Needs to Be

Google has removed the "Uninstall updates" button from the Play Store interface for core system apps, requiring users to navigate through the Settings app to roll back updates. This change affects several key system applications, including Android Auto, Android System WebView, and Pixel Camera Services. Users can now only find an "Open" button in the Play Store for these apps. To uninstall updates, users must long-press the app icon, select "App info," tap the three-dot menu, and choose "Uninstall updates." This alteration adds complexity to the process of reverting to earlier app versions.

AppWizard

July 25, 2025

Some of the GSMArena Android app users encountered a bug, do this if you are affected

The mobile app faced issues due to a beta version of the Android System WebView component following the July 2025 Google System Update, affecting a limited number of users by rendering content invisible in portrait mode. Google released an updated version of the WebView component, v139.0.7258.51, on July 23. Users experiencing issues are advised to download the latest version or uninstall and reinstall the current component. Users can opt out of the beta channel to avoid future problems, and those not in the beta program were unaffected. The issue is unrelated to the beta version of the GSMArena app.

AppWizard

May 2, 2024

Android System WebView Explained: What It Is, And Do You Need It? – SlashGear

The Android System WebView is an integral part of the Android experience, allowing apps to display web content within the app itself, streamlining the user experience. Users can manage the WebView service in their device settings, where they have the option to disable, force-stop, or reset the service's data. Maintaining optimal performance on Android devices may involve routine maintenance tasks such as clearing the device's cache, as issues with WebView can lead to app crashes.