Amazon to shutter its app store on Android after more than ten years on mobile

If you're a fan of the Amazon Appstore on Android, I've got some unfortunate news for you. As reported by TechCrunch, Amazon has sent out a notice to developers announcing that the store will be shuttered on Android devices as of August 20th this year. Despite the Amazon Appstore launching back in 2011 and managing to stay operational for over a decade, this closure will likely be cold comfort for the many developers and their fans who have utilized the platform.

According to the support page on this topic, if you have Android apps installed from the Amazon Appstore, their continued functionality is not guaranteed. This implies that you might not receive further updates or support for these apps. However, it's important to note that the Amazon Appstore will continue to be available on Amazon's own devices, such as the Fire TV and Fire Tablet.

It's somewhat ironic that Amazon is pulling out of the Android app store market at a time when alternative app stores are gaining traction. While it's understandable that Amazon might not have achieved the household name status in this sector, it's worth considering why. Unlike competitors like the Epic Games Store, which attracts users with its free games program, Amazon has struggled to offer compelling incentives to draw in users and developers.

This development serves as a reminder that even with the backing of a major company, longevity in the tech industry isn't guaranteed. Nonetheless, there's no need to worry. If you're looking for exciting new releases, why not check out our list of the top five new mobile games to try this week?