None of my devices, Pixel phones & Samsung tablets, ever auto update apps and haven't for years. I can go weeks with them on wifi, being used, charging etc and nothing will auto update. Nor android patches/play system updates. Answer from Classic_Message_7544 on reddit.com
Google Support
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How to update apps on Android - Google Play Help
Find out how to update Android apps one at a time, update the Play Store to the latest version, and set apps to update automatically in Google Play.
Google Play
play.google.com › store › apps › details
Update All Apps - Apps on Google Play
App updater and phone update software tool for all apps and games recent updates
How do I update ALL the apps on my phone. - Google Play Community
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How often does the Play Store apps auto update?
None of my devices, Pixel phones & Samsung tablets, ever auto update apps and haven't for years. I can go weeks with them on wifi, being used, charging etc and nothing will auto update. Nor android patches/play system updates. More on reddit.com
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October 10, 2025New Feature: IOS now automatically can offload apps before an update, and redownload them after the update completes!
It think this was there before ios 26 iirc. More on reddit.com
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October 6, 2025My Apps don't auto update
I think it's a Google play problem, I have this problem on all my phones not just Motorola , on Samsung and pixel it's same problem, I have to update manually. More on reddit.com
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Apple Support
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How to manually update apps from the App Store - Apple Support
September 15, 2025 - Open the App Store and scroll down to the bottom. Tap Account, then tap Updates.
Microsoft Support
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Turn on automatic app updates - Microsoft Support
Learn how to turn on automatic app updates in Microsoft Store.
App Store
apps.apple.com › us › app › update-all-apps › id6741588576
Update All Apps App - App Store
Update All Apps is the ultimate companion for keeping your iPhone up to date and running efficiently. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a casual user, this app provides valuable tips and tools to help you manage your apps and storage with ease.
Avast
avast.com › c-update-apps-android
How to Update Apps on Android Phone | Google Play and APKs
August 28, 2025 - Open the Google Play Store app. Tap your profile image in the top right corner and scroll down to Settings. Tap Network Preferences > Auto-update apps.
Google Support
support.google.com › googleplay › thread › 263424230 › how-do-i-update-all-the-apps-on-my-phone
How do I update ALL the apps on my phone. - Google Play Community
March 11, 2024 - Google apps · Main menu · 1307183270296838431 · true · Search Help Center · false · true · true · true · true · true · 84680 · false ·
Reddit
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r/GooglePixel on Reddit: How often does the Play Store apps auto update?
October 10, 2025 -
I sporadically enter the Play Store -> manage apps and device -> updates available
I see apps that are not auto updated for weeks.
Right now I see more than ten apps. An example, WhatsApp messenger last updated September 26...
What's up with that? Shouldn't it update automatically more often?
I have a Google pixel 6a
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None of my devices, Pixel phones & Samsung tablets, ever auto update apps and haven't for years. I can go weeks with them on wifi, being used, charging etc and nothing will auto update. Nor android patches/play system updates.
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For me, every night that I put my phone in the charger + WiFi
Google Play
play.google.com › store › apps › details
Update All Apps Phone Software - Apps on Google Play
App updater tool to check latest updates for all apps, games, and phone software
Samsung
samsung.com › us › support › answer › ANS10002628
Update apps on your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet
You can update Samsung apps and other apps installed on your Galaxy phone or tablet using the Galaxy Store or Play Store.
teenage engineering
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teenage engineering update utility
Facebook
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Microsoft Support
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Get updates for apps and games in Microsoft Store - Microsoft Support
To make sure that all your apps and games have the latest updates, open the Microsoft Store and select Get Updates.
Google AI
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Gemini Apps’ release updates & improvements
4 days ago - Explore the latest updates from Gemini Apps - including improvements in generative AI capabilities, expanded access, and more.
Verizon
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Google Play Store - Update Apps | Verizon
Here's how to manually or automatically update your Play Store apps.
Reddit
reddit.com › r/ios › new feature: ios now automatically can offload apps before an update, and redownload them after the update completes!
r/ios on Reddit: New Feature: IOS now automatically can offload apps before an update, and redownload them after the update completes!
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And BTW let me know if I missed it and was a bit late to the news lol
Google
developers.google.com › android management api › update apps
Update apps | Android Management API | Google for Developers
After an app is added to the queue, it will be automatically updated the next time the constraints are met. You can set a specific app to the Default update mode by referring to this Device's AutoUpdateMode policy:
Efani
efani.com › blog › how-to-update-apps-on-your-phone
How to Update Apps on Your Phone - Android and iPhone
When it comes to the nature of updating apps, there are two main ways to do it: manually or automatically. Manual updates require you to go to the app store and update each app individually.