The top 20 recently popular Android apps (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 January 2026 and picked the best ones for you to download onto your Android phone. This Android app list is sorted by the number of downloads in the last month. Last updated on 2026-01-01.

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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10,000,000,000+ downloads

Video Players & Editors

Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
MEDIA_VIDEO

Get the official YouTube app on Android phones and tablets. See what the world is watching -- from the hottest music vi…

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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10,000,000,000+ downloads

Auto & Vehicles

Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
AUTO

Android Auto is your smart driving companion that helps you stay focused, connected, and entertained with the Google As…

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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5,000,000,000+ downloads

Google LLC
5,000,000,000+ downloads
MUSIC_AUDIO

Connecting you to the world of music: ● Music content including live performances, covers, remixes and music content yo…

Google Drive lets you securely store, intelligently organize and collaborate on files and folders from anywhere, on any device. With Drive, you can: • Safely store and access your files anywher…

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10,000,000,000+ downloads

Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
PRODUCTIVITY

Google Drive lets you securely store, intelligently organize and collaborate on files and folders from anywhere, on any…

WhatsApp Messenger

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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10,000,000,000+ downloads

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…

Meta Platforms, Inc.

Where real people propel your curiosity. Whether you’re thrifting gear, showing reels to that group who gets it, or sharing laughs over fun images reimagined by AI, Facebook helps you make thin…

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10,000,000,000+ downloads

Meta Platforms, Inc.
10,000,000,000+ downloads
SOCIAL

Where real people propel your curiosity. Whether you’re thrifting gear, showing reels to that group who gets it, …

The Google One app lets you automatically back up your phone and manage your Google cloud storage. • Automatically back up the important things on your phone, like photos, contacts and message…

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

Google LLC
1,000,000,000+ downloads
PRODUCTIVITY

The Google One app lets you automatically back up your phone and manage your Google cloud storage. • Automatical…

Microsoft OneDrive

Microsoft Corporation

Microsoft OneDrive’s cloud storage secures photos, videos, and files to keep them protected, synced, and accessible on all your devices. The OneDrive app lets you view and securely share photos…

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5,000,000,000+ downloads

Microsoft Corporation
5,000,000,000+ downloads
PRODUCTIVITY

Microsoft OneDrive

Microsoft OneDrive’s cloud storage secures photos, videos, and files to keep them protected, synced, and accessib…

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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5,000,000,000+ downloads

Instagram
5,000,000,000+ downloads
SOCIAL

Little moments lead to big friendships. Share yours on Instagram. —From Meta Connect with friends, find other f…

TikTok - Videos, Shop & LIVE

TikTok Pte. Ltd.

TikTok is THE destination for mobile videos. On TikTok, short-form videos are exciting, spontaneous, and genuine. Whether you’re a sports fanatic, a pet enthusiast, or just looking for a laugh,…

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

TikTok Pte. Ltd.
1,000,000,000+ downloads
SOCIAL

TikTok - Videos, Shop & LIVE

TikTok is THE destination for mobile videos. On TikTok, short-form videos are exciting, spontaneous, and genuine. Wheth…

Introducing ChatGPT for Android: OpenAI’s latest advancements at your fingertips. This official app is free, syncs your history across devices, and brings you the latest from OpenAI, including…

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500,000,000+ downloads

OpenAI
500,000,000+ downloads
PRODUCTIVITY

Introducing ChatGPT for Android: OpenAI’s latest advancements at your fingertips. This official app is free, syn…

Enter the world of Block Blast, a fun and free block puzzle game where every move challenges your brain and strategy, rewarding you with satisfying crush effects as you blast cubes away. Whether you'…

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500,000,000+ downloads

HungryStudio
500,000,000+ downloads
PUZZLE

Enter the world of Block Blast, a fun and free block puzzle game where every move challenges your brain and strategy, r…

CapCut - Video Editor

Bytedance Pte. Ltd.

CapCut offers easy-to-use video editing functions, in-APP fonts and effects, advanced features such as keyframe animation, smooth slow-motion, chroma key, and stabilization, to help you capture and s…

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

Video Players & Editors

Bytedance Pte. Ltd.
1,000,000,000+ downloads
MEDIA_VIDEO

CapCut - Video Editor

CapCut offers easy-to-use video editing functions, in-APP fonts and effects, advanced features such as keyframe animati…

Spotify: Music and Podcasts

With the Spotify music and podcast app, you can play millions of songs, albums and original podcasts for free. We have even added audiobooks, so you can enjoy thousands of stories wherever you are! …

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

Spotify AB
1,000,000,000+ downloads
MUSIC_AUDIO

Spotify: Music and Podcasts

With the Spotify music and podcast app, you can play millions of songs, albums and original podcasts for free. We have …

Mi Video - Video player

We've added some new features to make your viewing experience even better: Powerful zoom is right at your fingertips. Mi Video supports 25%-500% zoom. Search online for subtitles, even for local vide…

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

Mi Video
1,000,000,000+ downloads
ENTERTAINMENT

Mi Video - Video player

We've added some new features to make your viewing experience even better: Powerful zoom is right at your fingertips. M…

TikTok Lite - Save Data & Fast

TikTok Pte. Ltd.

TikTok Lite: Your Gateway to Video, Music, and Social Fun! TikTok Lite is the compact, faster version of TikTok, perfect for users with low-end devices, limited data plans, or unstable networks. Enj…

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

TikTok Pte. Ltd.
1,000,000,000+ downloads
SOCIAL

TikTok Lite - Save Data & Fast

TikTok Lite: Your Gateway to Video, Music, and Social Fun! TikTok Lite is the compact, faster version of TikTok, perfe…

Meta Platforms, Inc.

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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5,000,000,000+ downloads

Meta Platforms, Inc.
5,000,000,000+ downloads
COMMUNICATION

Messenger is a free messaging app that helps you connect with anyone, anywhere. Stay in touch with your friends and fam…

Your simple and easy-to-use weather app for a wide array of accurate weather info. · Weather for any location Get current weather and forecast for 700,000+ cities around the world. · …

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

ColorOS
1,000,000,000+ downloads
WEATHER

Your simple and easy-to-use weather app for a wide array of accurate weather info. · Weather for any location G…

Transsion Holdings

Carlcare,a professional after-sales service brand,has 2000+ service centers in over 58 countries.With this APP, knowing more about your device, finding solutions to problem you encounter,getting all-…

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

Transsion Holdings
1,000,000,000+ downloads
PRODUCTIVITY

Carlcare,a professional after-sales service brand,has 2000+ service centers in over 58 countries.With this APP, knowing…

● Core System Service : Global Search is a official system service that is built to provide users with a comprehensive and reliable local search experience. ●Search your phone Go to the search page…

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

HeyTap
1,000,000,000+ downloads
TOOLS

● Core System Service : Global Search is a official system service that is built to provide users with a comprehensive …