Location Sharing APIs are refined and new location requests are introduced.

April 2026
Google Play services v26.13 (2026-04-06)

Account Management
[Auto] When a user signs in to their Google account on Android Automotive devices via QR code, the sign-in confirmation displays the requesting device's name.

Device Connectivity

• [Phone] New developer features for Google and third party app developers to support Device Connectivity related processes in their apps.

Location & Context

• [Phone] With this update, Location Sharing APIs are refined and new location requests are introduced.
• [Phone] With this update, On-Device Location History Store Visits processes more frequently.

System Management

• [Auto, PC, Phone, TV, Wear] Updates to system management services that improve Security and Stability.

Wallet

• [Phone] Bug fixes for Wallet related services.