As an open-source platform, Android has always been a Wild West of sorts regarding apps.

Googles trying to put a stop to this with its latest update.

For instance, Apps should provide a stable, responsive, and engaging user experience.

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They should also have an actual function, not crash, and load once installed.

Geez, Google, what took so long here?

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Other things Google is cracking down on include:

I guess its better late than never.

When the changes go into effect, expect a drastic culling of app flotsam.

That should make exploring the Play Store a much better experience, yielding useful apps.

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