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Phone Arena
30-06-2025
- Phone Arena
Google seems to be quietly testing a smarter way to manage app downloads
The Google Play Store may soon get a small but useful update to how download progress is shown in the notification panel. According to a recent APK teardown, the latest version of the Play Store adds a more polished and functional notification for app downloads. This updated notification is still limited to showing up to three apps or games at a time. But now, instead of a "See more" button, it tells you how many additional apps or games were recently installed. That change makes it easier to keep track without needing to open the Play Store. One of the main issues in earlier versions that were being tested for this functionality, was a confusing display of "0% of 0MB" even after apps had finished downloading. That has now been replaced with a "Recently installed" label under the app name, making things clearer for users. You can also launch apps directly from the notification using the "Open" button, which now works as expected. Once the app is opened, it disappears from the list. Google Play Store notifications showing current app downloads. | Images credit — Android Authority The version number tied to these changes is 46.8.29-31, but the update has not rolled out widely yet. That means most users likely won't see the new layout until Google pushes it out more broadly in a future Play Store release. It's worth noting that APK teardowns often highlight features still in development. There's always a chance that the final version may look different or take longer to appear, and sometimes features get dropped altogether. However, this implementation looks close to being finished. While this change won't dramatically alter how people use the Play Store, it does improve the experience in a way that's easy to appreciate, especially for those who download a lot of apps. In my opinion, these kinds of small updates are important. They show that Google is still paying attention to the everyday parts of Android that often go unnoticed. Even though this isn't a major overhaul, making the download process clearer and more functional can help improve how users interact with their devices over time. I for one, think this will be extremely helpful when I have a ton of app updates that I need to catch up on. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Android Authority
30-06-2025
- Android Authority
Here's how the Play Store will soon make it easier to track download progress (APK teardown)
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The Google Play Store could soon receive a new download progress notification, allowing users to easily keep track of app downloads. We first spotted the notification in a teardown earlier this year, but Google has since made some improvements. The notification will list up to three recently downloaded apps and games, and let users open the apps right from the notification shade. The Google Play Store is set to receive a more helpful download progress notification, which will allow users to easily track app downloads and launch newly installed apps directly from the notification shade. We first spotted it in a teardown earlier this year, but it was still a work in progress at the time, with several elements not functioning as intended. Google has since made some noticeable improvements, and we now have a clearer look at what could be the final version. Authority Insights story on Android Authority. Discover You're reading anstory on Android Authority. Discover Authority Insights for more exclusive reports, app teardowns, leaks, and in-depth tech coverage you won't find anywhere else. An APK teardown helps predict features that may arrive on a service in the future based on work-in-progress code. However, it is possible that such predicted features may not make it to a public release. The updated download progress notification still shows a maximum of three recently downloaded apps and games. However, instead of a 'See more' button at the bottom, it now states how many additional apps and games you've recently installed. When a download is complete, the notification now correctly shows a 'Recently installed' label underneath the app name, instead of showing '0% of 0MB' like before. Google hasn't made any other interface changes in the current release (version 46.8.29-31), but the 'Open' buttons now function as intended. We can also confirm that once you open a recently installed app, it's removed from the notification. You can see it in action in the video below. This appears to be the final version of the new download progress notification, and Google could start rolling it out to users with a subsequent Play Store update. We'll update this post as soon as it's widely available. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
