How to Disable Automatic App Updates on Galaxy S8

If you don’t want to be bothered with daily notifications or just want to check which apps are actually updated, this guide will explain how to disable automatic app updates on Galaxy S8.

When you take the Galaxy S8 or Galaxy S8+ out of the box, it will have multiple apps in the Google Play Store that need to be updated. Then more updates will pop up in the weeks and months that follow your first days with it.

There are many reasons to manually check for updates on your smartphone. Turning off automatic updates can help the Galaxy S8 use less mobile data. It can show users what changes are included in each update. It can also help keep the phone’s notification center organized.

How to Disable Automatic App Updates on Galaxy S8

There are two stores on the Galaxy S8 that will update apps without notice. Google Play Store and Samsung Galaxy Apps. We can quickly manage and disable automatic updates on both platforms.

Galaxy S8 owners can decide between not auto-updating apps, auto-updating apps at any time (enabled by default), or auto-updating apps over Wi-Fi only. Choose the most suitable option for you.

Updating apps at any time can quickly consume mobile data; this can be a big problem if you are on a limited data plan. Not to mention that you won’t be aware of possible changes. If this is not important to you and you want to get rid of notifications, choose to update apps over Wi-Fi only.

While in the Google Play Store settings menu, the second setting automatically adds app icons to the home screen after downloads. Uncheck the box to turn this off and keep your phone clean and tidy.

Disable Galaxy Apps Automatic App Updates on Galaxy S8

Users will notice that some apps update themselves after following the steps above. This is because a second app store has been set up by Samsung to manage pre-installed apps and special features on the Galaxy S8. Such as the always-on display, the Edge apps panel, Samsung’s browser, and additional camera features. Here too we need to disable automatic app updates. It’s worth noting that some carrier versions, such as Verizon, may not have the Galaxy Apps Store.

Out of the box, the Galaxy App Store only updates apps while on Wi-Fi, so data usage shouldn’t be an issue. Those who choose will always see app updates and use your data plan. Turn off auto-update apps to have full control over your device.

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By disabling this option in both app stores, you’ll get notifications almost daily that apps need to be updated, which can be frustrating. You have to choose between constant notifications or apps that update on their own. If so, follow the same steps above and turn automatic updates back on. We recommend updating settings over Wi-Fi only to make sure you’re not using up your monthly data cap from carriers like Verizon or AT&T.

Note that if you enable auto-update, you won’t be able to know what’s new or changed in your favorite apps. You’ll notice changes made to popular apps like Facebook, YouTube, and even your favorite games. It’s all a personal preference, so choose what works best for you.