Amazon to Close Android Appstore in August 2025

Amazon has announced it will be shutting down its Appstore for Android devices on August 20, 2025, marking the end of a 14-year attempt to compete with Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The Amazon Appstore, which launched in 2011 with features like exclusive games and a 'free app of the week', struggled with issues such as a lack of Google Play Services and a cumbersome installation process. The decision also includes the discontinuation of Amazon Coins, a virtual currency used for app purchases, with refunds offered for any unused coins after the shutdown. While the Appstore will no longer be accessible on Android devices, it will continue to operate on Amazon's Fire TV and Fire Tablet devices. Amazon's move reflects its shift to focus on its own devices where the Appstore sees more engagement. The closure underscores the dominance of Google and Apple in the app marketplace, with Amazon's store having a minimal presence on Android devices.