This new feature has currently been rolled out for Android smartphone users. Not only this, the apps which have the problem of excessive battery consumption can also be removed from the recommendations of the Play Store.
Google keeps an eye on misuse of wake lock mechanism
Google found that some apps misuse Android’s wake lock mechanism. This feature allows apps to keep the CPU running in the background even after the screen is turned off.
According to the company, if an app keeps partial wake lock active for more than 5 percent in the last 28 days, even when the user session has ended, then it will be categorized as bad behavior. Warnings will be shown on such apps in the Play Store.
Warning message will appear on Google Play Store
Now if an app uses excessive battery, a warning message will appear on its Play Store listing. For example, users may see a message that this app may consume more battery than expected due to persistent background activity.
With this, users will be able to be careful before downloading the app and if they want, they can choose another better app.
Feature developed with the help of developers
Google says that this feature has been prepared on the basis of feedback from developers. Wake lock is used for many important functions, such as audio playback, location services or data transfer. But if it is misused, the phone’s battery can drain rapidly.
Users will get these benefits
Android users can get many benefits from this new feature.
- Better battery life: It will be easier to avoid apps that consume a lot of battery.
- Identification of bad apps: Apps with poor optimization can be identified quickly.
- Helpful for developers: Developers will be able to fix battery issues in their apps.
Overall, this step of Google can prove to be very useful for Android users, because it will help in maintaining better battery life of the smartphone.
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