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Email not displaying correctly? View it online November 2024 The First Developer Preview of Android 16 Android 16 Developer Preview 1 is here and is available now to test with your apps! 🎉 This developer preview marks the start of Android having more frequent releases with API changes as part of our effort to drive faster innovation in apps and devices. Check it out Google Play and Android policy deadlines Deadlines in January 2025 • *New* Deadline to submit the declaration form for Photo and Video permissions has been extended to January 22, 2025. Submit a declaration form in Play Console on the App content page if your app requires these permissions. If you’ve requested an extension, your deadline is extended to May 28, 2025. • SafetyNet Attestation will be turned off. This is a timeline extension from June 2024. • The Child Safety Standards policy requires social and dating apps to follow specific standards and self-certify compliance on Play Console before publishing. See more deadlines What’s new in Play & Android Quality panel in Play Console Get a centralized view of app quality issues and recommendations in the Android vitals overview, empowering you to proactively deliver better user experiences. See up to 18 detected quality signals for Android 14 and 15 compatibility, user experience, and stability. Go to vitals overview Your guide to a smooth verification process Check out the comprehensive guide to verifying your account to comply with the Play Console requirements policy. Download the guide Navigate regulatory obligations with Google Play Learn about the initiatives and tools to simplify taxes, onboarding, financial management, and more. Learn more Developer spotlight Increase new installs with Play Points Learn from the team at SuperPlay how Play Points helped triple their new installs and increase first-time buyers for their casual games. Also, discover how Google Play provides in-depth metrics to help drive Play Points marketing and promotions. Watch now #WeArePlay: Meet Fujio from Tokyo Fujio’s app Pirika is tackling environmental pollution by creating a network of people dedicated to picking up and tracking litter across the globe. Watch now Connect with us: Received this email from a friend? Subscribe here. © 2024 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA This message was sent to newsletterest1@gmail.com because you asked us to keep you up to date with news and tips from Google Play. If you do not wish to receive these emails, please unsubscribe.