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Google shares updated timeline for rolling out Android developer verification
AppWizard
June 19, 2026

Google shares updated timeline for rolling out Android developer verification

Google, Honor, OPlus, Samsung, Transsion, vivo, and Xiaomi are key players in enhancing app distribution platforms. Google is introducing new APIs to simplify the registration process for developers, including the Android Developer ID Status API and the Android Developer Console API. This month, Google will implement a new system service (com.google.android.verifier) on Android 8 or later devices to restrict the installation of unverified applications, although it will remain inactive until verification is launched in specific regions. In July, new developer APIs will roll out, and testing for "limited distribution" accounts will begin, allowing hobbyists to share apps without fees or ID verification on up to 20 devices. By August, an advanced app verification flow will be globally accessible, allowing users to bypass verification through a complex process. In September, Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand will start verifying app installation status, with plans for expanded developer verification by 2027.
Babbel or Duolingo? This is our polled readers' favorite language-learning app
AppWizard
June 11, 2026

Babbel or Duolingo? This is our polled readers’ favorite language-learning app

In a survey conducted by Android Authority with 9,487 votes, Duolingo emerged as the favorite language-learning app, capturing nearly 42% of the votes. Babbel followed with 28.7%, while Google Translate's new language learning feature received just under 10%. Memrise attracted 7.5% of the votes, and Drops garnered 3.1%. Additionally, 9.4% of participants mentioned alternative apps like Qlango, Preply, LingoDeer, Pimsleur, and Dreaming Languages.
VK reports 107 mln registered Max messenger users
AppWizard
March 30, 2026

VK reports 107 mln registered Max messenger users

VK's messaging platform, Max, has reached 107 million registered users and surpassed a daily audience of 77 million users as of March. Users send over 1.5 billion messages and make approximately 30 million calls daily on the platform.
I wish more people knew about this free, open-source note-taking app
AppWizard
March 11, 2026

I wish more people knew about this free, open-source note-taking app

Megan Ellis from Android Authority explored productivity apps, highlighting the challenge of balancing features and user privacy. Notesnook emerged as a notable option, offering a free plan with multi-device syncing and user privacy. It includes features like a rich-text editor, reminders, and organizational tags without relying on third-party cloud services. Users can self-host if desired, and the app is open-source and compatible with major platforms. The free plan has limitations, such as compressed images, a cap on colors, tags, notebooks, and reminders, while paid plans offer additional features and higher limits. Notably, Notesnook has shown increased permissiveness in its offerings over time, contrasting with trends in the app market.
VK's Max app passes 100 mln users
AppWizard
March 11, 2026

VK’s Max app passes 100 mln users

VK's messaging application, Max, has surpassed 100 million users. It has an average of 70 million daily active users who send over 1 billion messages and make around 28 million calls each day.
Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu on Arattai app dropping out of top 100 list: ‘I literally told our employees…’ - The Times of India
AppWizard
November 13, 2025

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu on Arattai app dropping out of top 100 list: ‘I literally told our employees…’ – The Times of India

Sridhar Vembu, CEO of Zoho Corporation, addressed the decline of the company's messaging app, Arattai, from the top 100 apps list, viewing it as a normal part of business evolution rather than a setback. He emphasized the importance of a long-term perspective in business, asserting that successful companies endure fluctuations. Vembu stated that Zoho has invested a decade in developing messaging technology, making the recent ranking drop insignificant. He mentioned the company's commitment to rolling out frequent updates for Arattai and highlighted the necessity of credible competition in the messaging app market to keep monopolistic entities accountable.
Valve will soon support Android games on Steam
BetaBeacon
November 12, 2025

Valve will soon support Android games on Steam

Valve is expanding its PC marketplace to include Android developers, making it seamless for players to access their favorite games on Steam. This move is significant for popular mobile games and virtual reality developers who have been creating games using the Android-based APK for the Meta Quest. Valve's goal is to allow developers to easily port their games from the Quest to Steam, paving the way for the upcoming release of the newly-announced Steam Frame.
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