Google has begun deploying Play Store version 48.8, which introduces a new feature allowing users to uninstall apps remotely from any Android device signed into the same Google account. This update simplifies the process significantly compared to the previous method.
Feature Details
The new uninstall button appears directly on the app listings within the Play Store. It is placed next to each device listed, enabling users to remove apps without physically accessing the device. This change eliminates the need to navigate through 'Manage apps & devices' in the settings, apply a device filter, and then select the app for removal.
- Version: Play Store 48.8
- Feature: Remote uninstall button
- Scope: Android devices on the same Google account
- Process: Requires app's Play Store listing
- Rollout: Gradual, expected to reach all users soon
User Experience Impact
Despite the simplification, multiple removals might still be more efficiently handled using the existing device filter view. However, for quick, single app removals, the update brings convenience directly to users’ fingertips. The gradual rollout means not all users will immediately have access, but universal availability is anticipated shortly.
