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 shutting down on Android devices as of August 20th this year.
The Amazon Appstore, which launched back in 2011, has been a fixture in the Android ecosystem for over a decade. While this longevity is impressive, it's small consolation for the developers and users who have relied on it.
If you have Android apps installed from the Amazon Appstore, be aware that continued support and updates are not guaranteed. However, the service will continue to be available on Amazon's proprietary devices, such as Fire TV and Fire Tablets.
It's somewhat ironic that Amazon is pulling the plug on its Android app store just as alternative app stores are gaining traction. However, Amazon's store never quite became a household name in the app market. This may be due to a lack of compelling incentives to attract users, unlike competitors such as the Epic Games Store, which offers free games to draw in players.
This closure serves as a reminder that even major companies can decide to discontinue services, leaving users and developers to adapt.
On a brighter note, if you're looking for new mobile games to try, why not check out our list of the top five new releases this week?
