Google is developing a new security feature for the Play Store that will alert Android users when installed applications have been removed from the platform and no longer receive updates.
Key Points
- Tipster AssembleDebug discovered code strings in the latest Play Store version referencing apps removed from the marketplace.
- The system aims to notify users about apps that are no longer supported, potentially due to policy violations or developer removal.
- Alerts will specify the number of removed apps and encourage users to uninstall software that may pose security vulnerabilities.
- This initiative follows Google's recent implementation of warnings for apps that cause excessive battery drain on Android devices.