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The 20 most popular Android apps ever (with a recent update)

Check out the top Android apps which had a recent update in Google Play. We went through all Android apps for Android on Google Play in May 2025 and picked the best ones for you to download onto your Android phone. This Android app list is sorted by the all-time number of downloads. Last updated on 2025-05-21.
Google Play services
Google LLC
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Google Play services is used to update Google apps and apps from Google Play. This component provides core functionality like authentication to your Google services, synchronized contacts, access to …
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Free
4.3
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Tools
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4.3
Free
Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
TOOLS
Google Play services
Google Play services is used to update Google apps and apps from Google Play. This component provides core functionalit…
YouTube
Google LLC
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Get the official YouTube app on Android phones and tablets. See what the world is watching -- from the hottest music videos to what’s popular in gaming, fashion, beauty, news, learning and more…
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Free
3.9
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Video Players & Editors
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3.9
Free
Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
MEDIA_VIDEO
YouTube
Get the official YouTube app on Android phones and tablets. See what the world is watching -- from the hottest music vi…
Speech Recognition & Synthesis
Google LLC
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Power your device with the magic of Google’s text-to-speech and speech-to-text technology. Google Speech-to-Text functionality Speech Recognition provides speech-to-text functionality to G…
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Free
4.0
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Tools
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4.0
Free
Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
TOOLS
Speech Recognition & Synthesis
Power your device with the magic of Google’s text-to-speech and speech-to-text technology. Google Speech-to-Tex…
Google Chrome
Google LLC
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Google Chrome is a fast, easy to use, and secure web browser. Designed for Android, Chrome brings you personalized news articles, quick links to your favorite sites, downloads, and Google Search and …
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Free
4.1
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Communication
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4.1
Free
Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
COMMUNICATION
Google Chrome
Google Chrome is a fast, easy to use, and secure web browser. Designed for Android, Chrome brings you personalized news…
Google Maps
Google LLC
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Explore and navigate the world with confidence using Google Maps. Find the best routes with live traffic data and real-time GPS navigation for driving, walking, cycling, and public transport. Discove…
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Free
3.2
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Travel & Local
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3.2
Free
Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
TRAVEL_LOCAL
Google Maps
Explore and navigate the world with confidence using Google Maps. Find the best routes with live traffic data and real-…
Gmail
Google LLC
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The official Gmail app brings the best of Gmail to your Android phone or tablet with robust security, real-time notifications, multiple account support, and search that works across all your mail. Gm…
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Free
4.1
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Communication
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4.1
Free
Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
COMMUNICATION
Gmail
The official Gmail app brings the best of Gmail to your Android phone or tablet with robust security, real-time notific…
Google
Google LLC
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The Google App offers more ways to search about the things that matter to you. Try AI Overviews, Google Lens, and more to find quick answers, explore your interests, and stay up-to-date. Use text, vo…
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Free
4.1
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Tools
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4.1
Free
Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
TOOLS
Google
The Google App offers more ways to search about the things that matter to you. Try AI Overviews, Google Lens, and more …
Android System WebView
Google LLC
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Android WebView is a pre-installed system component from Google that allows Android apps to display web content. Recent changes: • Bug fixes and speedy performance improvements
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Free
4.2
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Tools
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4.2
Free
Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
TOOLS
Android System WebView
Android WebView is a pre-installed system component from Google that allows Android apps to display web content. Recen…
Google Drive
Google LLC
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Google Drive, part of Google Workspace, lets you securely store, intelligently organize and collaborate on files and folders from anywhere, on any device. With Drive, you can: • Safely store a…
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Free
4.3
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Productivity
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4.3
Free
Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
PRODUCTIVITY
Google Drive
Google Drive, part of Google Workspace, lets you securely store, intelligently organize and collaborate on files and fo…
Google Photos
Google LLC
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Google Photos is the home for all your photos and videos, automatically organized and easy to share. - “The best photo product on Earth” – The Verge - “Google Photos is your …
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Free
4.4
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Photography
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4.4
Free
Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
PHOTOGRAPHY
Google Photos
Google Photos is the home for all your photos and videos, automatically organized and easy to share. - “The best…
Facebook
Meta Platforms, Inc.
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Where real people propel your curiosity. Whether you’re thrifting gear, showing a reel to that group who gets it, or sharing laughs over fun images reimagined by AI, Facebook helps you make thi…
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Free
4.4
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Social
app icon
4.4
Free
Meta Platforms, Inc.
10,000,000,000+ downloads
SOCIAL
Facebook
Where real people propel your curiosity. Whether you’re thrifting gear, showing a reel to that group who gets it,…
WhatsApp Messenger
WhatsApp LLC
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WhatsApp from Meta is a FREE messaging and video calling app. It’s used by over 2B people in more than 180 countries. It’s simple, reliable, and private, so you can easily keep in touch w…
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Free
4.4
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Communication
app icon
4.4
Free
WhatsApp LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
COMMUNICATION
WhatsApp Messenger
WhatsApp from Meta is a FREE messaging and video calling app. It’s used by over 2B people in more than 180 countr…
Android Auto
Google LLC
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Android Auto is your smart driving companion that helps you stay focused, connected, and entertained with the Google Assistant. With a simplified interface, large buttons, and powerful voice actions,…
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Free
4.2
5,000,000,000+ downloads
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Auto & Vehicles
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4.2
Free
Google LLC
5,000,000,000+ downloads
AUTO
Android Auto
Android Auto is your smart driving companion that helps you stay focused, connected, and entertained with the Google As…
Google Messages
Google LLC
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Google Messages is the official Google app for messaging. Google Messages is revolutionizing how a billion users connect and is powered by Rich Communication Services (RCS), the industry standard for…
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Free
4.5
5,000,000,000+ downloads
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Communication
app icon
4.5
Free
Google LLC
5,000,000,000+ downloads
COMMUNICATION
Google Messages
Google Messages is the official Google app for messaging. Google Messages is revolutionizing how a billion users connec…
Google Calendar
Google LLC
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Get the official Google Calendar app, part of Google Workspace, for your Android phone, tablet, or Wear OS device to save time and make the most of every day. • Different ways to view your calen…
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Free
4.6
5,000,000,000+ downloads
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Productivity
app icon
4.6
Free
Google LLC
5,000,000,000+ downloads
PRODUCTIVITY
Google Calendar
Get the official Google Calendar app, part of Google Workspace, for your Android phone, tablet, or Wear OS device to sa…
Messenger
Meta Platforms, Inc.
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Messenger is a free messaging app that helps you connect with anyone, anywhere. Stay in touch with your friends and family, explore your interests with people like you, build your community, and shar…
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Free
4.6
5,000,000,000+ downloads
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Communication
app icon
4.6
Free
Meta Platforms, Inc.
5,000,000,000+ downloads
COMMUNICATION
Messenger
Messenger is a free messaging app that helps you connect with anyone, anywhere. Stay in touch with your friends and fam…
Instagram
Instagram
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Little moments lead to big friendships. Share yours on Instagram. —From Meta Connect with friends, find other fans, and see what people around you are up to and into. Explore your interests a…
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Free
3.9
5,000,000,000+ downloads
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Social
app icon
3.9
Free
Instagram
5,000,000,000+ downloads
SOCIAL
Instagram
Little moments lead to big friendships. Share yours on Instagram. —From Meta Connect with friends, find other f…
Google Play Services for AR
Google LLC
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Google Play Services for AR is automatically installed and updated on supported devices. This service unlocks augmented reality (AR) experiences built using ARCore. Automatic updates ensure that apps…
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Free
4.0
5,000,000,000+ downloads
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Tools
app icon
4.0
Free
Google LLC
5,000,000,000+ downloads
TOOLS
Google Play Services for AR
Google Play Services for AR is automatically installed and updated on supported devices. This service unlocks augmented…
Files by Google
Google LLC
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✨ Free up space on your device with cleaning recommendations 🔍 Find files faster with search and simple browsing ↔️ Quickly share files offline with Quick Share ☁️ Back up files to the cloud to…
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Free
4.5
5,000,000,000+ downloads
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Tools
app icon
4.5
Free
Google LLC
5,000,000,000+ downloads
TOOLS
Files by Google
✨ Free up space on your device with cleaning recommendations 🔍 Find files faster with search and simple browsing &harr…
YouTube Music
Google LLC
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Connecting you to the world of music: ● Music content including live performances, covers, remixes and music content you can’t find elsewhere ● Thousands of curated playlist across many genres …
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Free
4.5
5,000,000,000+ downloads
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Music & Audio
app icon
4.5
Free
Google LLC
5,000,000,000+ downloads
MUSIC_AUDIO
YouTube Music
Connecting you to the world of music: ● Music content including live performances, covers, remixes and music content yo…
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