New Delhi, July 31: Google Play Store might soon introduce a feature that will likely allow users to update third-party apps directly through the Play Store. The update could enhance the user experience by simplifying the update process for apps that have been sideloaded from sources other than the Google Play Store. The new feature is expected to address the inconvenience faced by users who manually update these sideloaded apps.

As per a report of Money Control, Google Play Store may soon offer a new option for updating sideloaded apps. The latest Play Store version 42.0.18 has reportedly revealed a potential new feature called “Update from Play” and will likely show a new option for apps installed from third-party sources. The feature may allow users to update apps that were initially downloaded from third-party app stores. It could mark a change in how Android users manage their apps as currently, sideloaded apps do not appear in the Play Store, which requires manual updates. Google To Introduce ‘Circle To Search’ To Streamline Google Lens on ChromeOS and Chrome Browser, Targets 200 Million Devices by 2025.

The “Update from Play” feature is expected to be a game-changer for Android users. According to an APK teardown, the feature might present a new toggle option in the Play Store. When enabled, it may allow the Play Store to manage updates for apps installed from third-party sources. It means that users will no longer need to manually check for updates or rely on third-party app stores for updates and making the process more streamlined and efficient. Google Photos Update: Tech Giant To Introduce New Feature To Hide Unwanted Faces in Memories; Know How It Will Work.

One of the benefits of the potential update is the enhanced user experience. By allowing the Play Store to handle updates for all apps, users is expected to have a more streamlined experience. Additionally, the feature could improve security, as the Play Store's update mechanism will likely ensure that apps are updated with the latest security patches and features.

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