Android Question Improving app security and performance on Google Play

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Google here talks about the security updates that will be taking place in 2018.


  • [*]In the second half of 2018, Play will require that new apps and app updates target a recent Android API level. This will be required for new apps in August 2018, and for updates to existing apps in November 2018. This is to ensure apps are built on the latest APIs optimized for security and performance.

    [*]In August 2019, Play will require that new apps and app updates with native libraries provide 64-bit versions in addition to their 32-bit versions.

    [*]Additionally, in early 2018, Play will start adding a small amount of security metadata on top of each APK to further verify app authenticity. You do not need to take any action for this change.
Aside from updating the targetsdkversion to 26, what other changes will the developers have to make?
 
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