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26 days to the Play Store API 36 cutoff: a 3-week migration plan for Indian app teams Summary. From 31 August 2026, Google Play will not accept new apps or app updates that target below Android 16 (AP

Aug 5 · 13 min read · ecorpit.hashnode.dev  
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