When your Android phone says it's up to date, don't believe it. There's another, hidden update that you need to dig for. I tell you why and where.

Google Play Services could soon get a new “System services” section. This section will help track updates for core Android system apps, ensuring they remain up-to-date.

Google’s Pixel lineup continues to lead the pack when it comes to receiving the newest Android 16 updates—a major advantage ...

A perfect example of that principle in action is how Google recently made a quiet under-the-hood update to a system-level utility called Google Play Services that gave all Android phone-owners ...

If you're still experiencing issues, here's what to do. The bug was related to a beta version of the WebView component that ...

The company included the system-level app in last week’s Google Play System update. According to the release notes, the Android System Key Verifier app “lets developers store end-to-end ...

App developers release updates to ensure compatibility with the latest Android version. Outdated apps may run inefficiently or misbehave, causing crashes or battery drain on the new system.

Our stable Android 15 Pixel phone is still on the November 1, 2024 Google Play system update, while the latest stable version of Play services is 24.49.33. Google Play Store v44.4 (2025-01-06) ...

Ensure your Android operating system is up to date. Check for Updates: Open the Settings app, navigate to System > System update, and follow the on-screen instructions to update your device.