Unlock the Latest Android Innovations: December 2024 Google System Update Insights

What’s New in Google System Release Notes?

Google’s monthly System Release Notes provide an overview of the latest updates to Play services, Play Store, and Play system across Android phones, Wear OS, Google TV, Auto, and PC. While some features are designed for end-users, others cater to developers.

First-Party Apps: Google System

The Google System comprises the following first-party apps:

Notable Updates

Some features may not be widely available immediately. It may take months for capabilities to fully launch.

Google Play Store v44.1 (2024-12-16)

• Phone: Receive updated notifications from Google Play.
• Phone: Visual improvements on apps and games categories on the search tab.
• Phone: The Share apps feature on Google Play will be retiring.

Google Play Services v24.49 (2024-12-16)

• Device Connectivity: Find, invite, and turn on cross-device features.
• System Management: Update timezone on your watch to match your current location.
• System Management: Prioritize Wi-Fi and cellular networks for faster downloads.

Android System Intelligence U.38/V.13 (2024-12-09)

• Phone: Live Captions feedback UI bug fixes.

Google Play Store v44.0 (2024-12-09)

• Phone: Notification when an app update is needed to fix a system issue.
• Phone: Sample audio clips before installing an app.
• Phone: Show the Purchase Readiness completion offer in Play Onboarding flow for new users.

Google Play Services v24.47 (2024-12-02)

• Device Connectivity: New developer features for Google and third-party app developers.
• Wallet: Access cards on wearables feature.
• Wallet: Use Google Wallet in more countries.

Google Play Store v43.9 (2024-12-02)

• Phone: Show the Purchase Readiness completion steps in the Onboarding flow for new users.

Settings Services v1.1.0.697513890 (2024-12-02)

• Phone & Tablet: Optimizations for ESPR charging requirements.

Note: ESPR is part of a package of measures aimed at achieving the aims of the 2020 Circular Economy Action Plan and fostering the transition to a circular, sustainable, and competitive economy.