Google Play Store is now getting a major bump to version 9.4.18 from the 9.3.14. Though usually a notable update in the version is attributed to major changes, here, in this release the case is different. As it seems, the new version is just another incremental update focused on stability and fluidity improvements.
After updating to the latest version, we’ve seen a notable performance improvements. Such as the opening and closing of the app is now even faster without any stutters. Google seems to have done much under-the-hood optimizations for achieving this. Also, page transitions are now more fluid with few or no pixel drops within the app.
Reiterating that there is no visual changes or feature packing with the release. However, there is a likely chance for the Google Play Store 9.4.18 to carry some inactive codes of futuristic features that may or may not be a part of upcoming Play Store versions. Also, certain features that may be live if and only if Google toggles the server side switch. Well, this needs a teardown and thorough analysis of the new Google Play Store APK for unearthing the hidden strings/codes.
Alongside the latest Google Play Store 9.4.18, it’s interesting to know that Google has also released Google Play Store 9.3.30. To be honest, we’re unable to sort out any major difference between them apart from the version number. Nevertheless, you can download and sideload the preferred APK of the latest Google Play Store versions below.
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