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What's new on Google Play

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New store listing guidelines: update your videos, screenshots and feature graphics to ensure you're eligible for improved discovery opportunities.

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Custom codes: you can now create multi-use custom subscription promo codes to give out extended free trials to new subscribers.

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Google for Games Developer Summit: catch our keynote and on-demand sessions with the latest announcements and product launches for game developers.
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What's new on Android

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Android Studio 3.6: the stable release is available with a new Split View in the design editors, automatic memory leak detection for Fragments and Activities, and more.

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Camera X API update: simplify the addition of image capture, analysis and preview to your apps.

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New tools for mobile game development: the new Game Development Extension for Visual Studio, Android GPU Inspector, our overhaul of the Android Studio System Trace tool, and more.
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Upcoming Google Play and Android deadlines

GCMNetworkManager:

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April 2020: FirebaseJobDispatcher library will be archived and no longer supported.

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November 2020: GCMNetworkManager library will stop receiving new features or support.

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August 3, 2020: new apps must target at least Android 10 (API level 29).

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November 2, 2020: all app updates must target at least Android 10 (API level 29).
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Twitter reduces its app size with 30-40% savings

Find out how Twitter reduced its app size using Android App Bundles to improve the experience in emerging markets.
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Important reminders

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Google I/O update: out of concern for the health and safety of our developers, employees, and local communities — and in line with "shelter in place" requirements by the local Bay Area government — we sadly will not be holding an I/O event in any capacity this year.

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Due to adjusted work schedules at this time, we are currently experiencing longer than usual review times. Please expect review times of 7 days or longer.

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Google is teaming up with Wings and other great games companies to support the GDC relief fund which has been mobilized to support Indie developers who may face a financial impact for Indie developers due to the postponement of GDC 2020. Apply here.

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Do these 5 simple things to help stop coronavirus (COVID-19).

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