What’s new in Google Play and Android

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August 2025
TheAndroidShow
Tune in to #TheAndroidShow
Tune in to #TheAndroidShow on September 3 at 11AM PT, dropping live on YouTube - we’ll be unpacking all of the goodies coming out of this month’s Made by Google event, including the new foldable, how you can get building for Wear OS 6, Gemini in Android Studio and more!
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Upcoming policy deadlines and reminders
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From August 28, we’re increasing the scope of our medical functionalities policy, incorporating the latest medical guidance and disclaimer requirements for health and medical apps.
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Beginning October 29, developers of cryptocurrency exchange and software wallet apps must complete country-specific forms in Console to operate in certain countries/regions. Go to the Help Center for more details on preparing the required registration or licensing information. The forms in Console will be made available soon.
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What’s new in Play and Android
Streamline graphics with Asset Library
The Asset Library in Play Console is your all-in-one solution for managing visual assets, making it easy to upload, edit, and organize graphics for your store listings and in-app events.
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Try Gemini in Android Studio’s Agent Mode
For complex coding tasks, use Agent Mode, now available in the latest stable release of Android Studio. Describe your goal in natural language and the agent will plan and execute it under your direction.
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Elevating Android security
Elevating Android security for everyone with new developer verification
Android is introducing new requirements that will connect every app on a certified Android device to a verified developer, helping protect users from harmful apps. Most Play developers already meet the requirements for their Play apps and will see a straightforward way in Play Console to register additional apps.
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Developer spotlight
#WeArePlay
#WeArePlay: Meet the people coding a more sustainable world
Can an app or game make a real difference to our planet? In our latest #WeArePlay stories, we meet 10 founders whose apps and games are building a greener, more sustainable future.
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