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Google Warns Users of Battery-Hungry Apps on Play Store

3/5/2026

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Google LLC has begun rolling out warning labels on Play Store listings for apps that drain battery life.
The label reads, "This app may use more battery than expected due to high background activity," and takes effect March 1.
Google notes that apps exceeding the "Excessive Partial Wake Lock" threshold may face reduced visibility in the Play Store and urges developers to improve power efficiency.

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Google LLC has begun rolling out warning labels on Play Store listings for apps that drain battery life.
The label reads, "This app may use more battery than expected due to high background activity," and takes effect March 1.
Google notes that apps exceeding the "Excessive Partial Wake Lock" threshold may face reduced visibility in the Play Store and urges developers to improve power efficiency.