Google has begun rolling out the March 2025 Play system updates. These updates, which improve your Android experience with security, reliability, and functionality enhancements, apply to core Android services across a wide range of devices, including smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, watches, Android Auto, and Chrome OS. Samsung Galaxy devices will receive this month’s enhancements in the coming weeks.
This article is updated regularly to reflect the latest additions to the March 2025 Google Play system updates. You can find new entries at the bottom of the article. The original story was published on March 4, 2025.
The first batch of Google Play system updates for March 2025 rolled out
Every month, Google rolls out various changes and upgrades to core Android components such as Google Play Store and Google Play Services. These upgrades, along with enhancements across core system apps, are collectively called Google Play system updates. The company starts rolling out these changes early in the month and continues the process throughout the month.
The first batch of March Play system updates is available with Google Play services v25.08 and Google Play Store v45.2. The updates include login reliability improvements for teens and children, a wider availability of Google Wallet on smartphones and watches, and new topic pages in the Play Store that make it easier to explore game genres and discover new favorites.
Additionally, a redesigned install bar in the Play Store allows users to install and open apps more easily, even when scrolling through an app’s details page. Google says these improvements are rolling out to Android users worldwide starting this Monday, March 3. It will soon release the second batch of updates with more changes and enhancements.
Samsung Galaxy users can check for Google Play system updates by navigating to Settings > About phone > Software information > Google Play system update. Since the rollout has just begun, it could take a while before the updates start showing up. You should regularly check for these updates to receive the latest Android system improvements on time.
Update (03/12/2025)
Google’s latest updates bring several improvements across developer tools, device connectivity, and system features. Developers now have new tools to enhance device connectivity and analytics processes in their apps. The update also improves the “Cast Options” settings interface and adds the ability to find available Thread networks and nearby border routers, making network management more seamless.
Additionally, Google Play services v25.09 introduces better support by providing information on the latest Android OS features and new ways to use Gemini. System management services have been refined across multiple platforms, including Auto, Phone, TV, and WearOS, to improve overall device connectivity.
In utilities, users can now sync their SIM contacts to their Google account, making it easier to manage contact information. Google Wallet has also received significant upgrades, including enhanced NFC protocol support. There’s a new ability for supervised users to access Wallet with appropriate parental supervision. Additionally, users can now provide feedback on their experience with the Digital Car Key feature.
On top of this, Google Play Store version 45.3 introduces a two-column layout for the app review page on large-screen devices. Last but not least, the latest Device Health Services update brings optimizations to Adaptive Battery functionalities, helping improve battery efficiency.
Update (03/20/2025)
Starting with v25.10 of Google Play services, Android users get more control over stored passwords, including the ability to delete all data in Google Password Manager. This provides users with a convenient way to clear their stored credentials entirely, improving security and privacy. Whether switching to a different password manager or simply starting fresh, this option ensures complete control over sensitive login information.
Google is also making it easier for users to back up their photos. With this update, a new Google Guide campaign prompt will remind users to enable Photos backup, ensuring their precious memories are safely stored in the cloud. This addition is particularly useful for those who may have overlooked or disabled automatic backups.
For Google Wallet users, the company has refined the experience with animated effects on certain cards, making interactions more visually engaging. Additionally, access card setup has been improved for both phones and Wear OS devices. Google has also redesigned Campus ID for a smoother and more intuitive experience.
Meanwhile, the Google Play Store v45.4 update focuses on voice search improvements. A new Voice Search page makes it easier and more accurate to search the Play Store using voice commands, enhancing accessibility and convenience. Lastly, SIM Manager v31 brings general bug fixes and reliability improvements, ensuring a smoother experience for users managing SIM settings.
Update (03/28/2025)
Google recently released Android WebView v135 with enhanced security and privacy. This update also adds new tools for developers to improve how web content is displayed in apps. The company notes that some features may be experimental and available only to select users.
Additionally, Google Play services v25.11 introduces cross-device service recommendations in Google Settings, new developer tools for Maps-related processes, and an update that allows Find My Device to work even before unlocking your phone (Direct Boot mode). It also adds a security feature that requires biometric authentication for Android Autofill, making it harder for thieves to access saved data.
There’s a new education card in Google Wallet alongside bug fixes to improve system stability and Google Wallet’s NFC support. Google also mentions bug fixes for Utilities related services and system management and diagnostics services.
Last but not least, this batch of the March Google Play system update introduces Google Play Store v45.5 with new ways to discover apps and content. Users may see subscription offers directly in search results, new event highlights, and fresh “Quest” formats for interactive experiences.
