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Android's Google Play Store bug shows repeat app updates
AppWizard
February 9, 2025

Android’s Google Play Store bug shows repeat app updates

The Google Play Store is experiencing a bug that causes some Android users to receive repeated app update notifications for applications that are already up to date. This issue appears in the "Pending downloads" section, where affected apps show notifications for updates despite having the latest versions installed. Genuine pending updates display the update size and date, while these repeat notifications do not. Affected apps include Gboard, Google Messages, Pocket Casts, and The Athletic, which download minimal data (1 to 2 MB) without making any changes. Reports of this issue have surfaced previously, indicating it is a recurring problem, and Google has not issued an official statement regarding it.
Google Play Store showing repeat Android app updates
AppWizard
February 8, 2025

Google Play Store showing repeat Android app updates

A glitch in the Google Play Store affected Android users, causing repeated app updates for already installed applications without changing version numbers. Popular apps like Gboard, Google Messages, Pocket Casts, and The Athletic displayed no update sizes and indicated "Updated at [time]." Users noticed that a small file (1 to 2 MB) was downloaded for each app, leading to an "Installing" process, but the version numbers remained unchanged. Other apps experienced normal updates, indicating the issue affects both Google and third-party apps. Users have not reported functional problems, and the main consequence is unnecessary data consumption. The issue has been observed on Android 14 (Samsung) and 15 (Pixel) devices.
These are the Android apps I ditched, and for good reason
AppWizard
November 19, 2024

These are the Android apps I ditched, and for good reason

Many users have transitioned from one app to another for reasons such as enhanced features, improved usability, or a fresh start. - A user switched from Evernote to Notion due to Evernote's limitations, including lack of customization and device syncing issues. Notion offered greater flexibility and a user-friendly interface. - Another user moved from Microsoft To Do to Todoist because of the absence of natural language processing in Microsoft To Do, which made task management cumbersome. Todoist provided natural language recognition and a more appealing design. - The transition from ChatGPT to Gemini was motivated by Gemini's extensions that improved productivity within Google's ecosystem, allowing seamless access to various tools. - A user shifted from Google News to Feedly for better customization, as Feedly allowed them to curate their news sources more effectively. - The switch from Yahoo Finance to Koyfin was due to Koyfin's intuitive interface and focus on market data, which users found clearer and more helpful for investment decisions. - Lastly, a user transitioned from Pocket Casts to Spotify for convenience, as Spotify consolidated their music and podcast listening experience.
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