Google Has Offically announced to increase the file size limit of apk files to increase from 50 mb to 100mb . It means that developers can publish apk's upto 100mb . Users can download the app normally and will not see warning for files upto 100mb size .
Back in 2012 , Google added a workaround for developer that still required them to keep their app's apk below 50 MB , but allowed them to include two "expansion files" ( known as obb files ) that can be as large as 2GB . Codes remain in apk while obb files contains resources like maps , 3d models , audio and everything that could not fit in the core app.
But the problem arises when the apk is slightly over sized , say 60 mb . Then it becomes a problem for the developers and developers have to compromize some app fetures in order to get it under the 50 mb mark.
Google have quoted some lines in it's blog
" Even though you can make your app bigger, it doesn’t always mean you should. "
- Mobile data connectivity: Users around the world have varying mobile data connectivity speeds. Particularly in developing countries, many people are coming online with connections slower than those of users in countries like the U.S. and Japan. Users on a slow connection are less likely to install an app or game that is going to take a long time to download.
- Mobile data caps: Many mobile networks around the world give users a limited number of MB that they can download each month without incurring additional charges. Users are often wary of downloading large files for fear of exceeding their limits.
- App performance: Mobile devices have limited RAM and storage space. The larger your app or game, the slower it may run, particularly on older devices.
- Install time: People want to start using your app or game as quickly as possible after tapping the install button. Longer wait times increase the risk they’ll give up.
" How many of you plays Clash of clans . It is about 47 mb . May be we will see it's size to go above 50mb soon. "
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