Google is clamping down on Android apps that cause excessive battery drain

Google will begin clamping down on Android apps that drain a smartphone battery. The Play Store will begin showing warnings ...

Google Play to flag apps that drain your phone’s battery starting in 2026

Starting March 2026, Google Play will flag Android apps that drain your phone’s battery, warning users and reducing visibility for power-hungry apps.
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Google is killing the Android phone feature that once made them popular - and there's a big reason why

Google will restrict sideloading with developer verification. The move mirrors Apple's long-standing security approach. Android loses one of its last big differences from iOS. For years, one of the ...