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Google Increased Android Market App Size Limit from 50 MB to 4 GB

Today, Google announced that it is going to increase Android app size limit from 50 MB to 4 GB. Until now, Android apps have been limited to a maximum size of 50 MB. Even though this works for most apps, there are instances where developers felt trouble uploading HD and 3D apps especially games which require more resources.

 

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According to official blog post, Application APK size remains limited to 50 MB, however, developers can now include two 2 GB expansion stores which are stored in shared storage on the client device. If you are an Android app developer, head to this link for more information.

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