For Android app developers that have been slow to adopt Google’s push for themed app icons, there’s no longer a choice.

Developers must now agree to let their Android app icons be themed or they won't be allowed to distribute on the Google Play Store.

Google released Android 13 in H2 2022. Among other changes, it shipped with themed app icons support, allowing apps to change their color to match the phone's wallpaper for a more consistent look.

Google is rolling out an update to the Photo Picker that adds some much-needed features like a search bar and a better albums ...

Google will be forcing developers to modify their app icons soon, in an effort to make every app on Android themeable. Which ...

Google announced that it's preparing to roll out new prizes and items for Play Points rewards in the U.K. Over the "next few ...

Scheduled for rollout starting in September 2026, the program aims to restrict malware distribution by requiring developer verification ...

Android 16 QPR2 will bring forced themes to apps that don't support Material You, and Google isn't letting any app developer opt out.

The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update ...

Google will restrict sideloading to verified developers starting 2026, blocking unverified APK installations even outside the ...

Google has delivered updates for developers that improve adaptive UI design, AI‑assisted creativity, and faster iteration across Android.

From 2026, only verified developers can distribute Android apps, reshaping security and openness across the platform.