The step-by-step guide will demonstrate how to disable automatic app updates on any Android device.
This has been a common query among TROYPOINT visitors following the release of Kodi 19 Matrix.
For those using Android TV devices such as the NVIDIA Shield, MECOOL Boxes, Tivo Stream 4K, or others, the Google Play Store automatically updates apps by default.
The same applies to Stock Android devices like generic Android TV Boxes, tablets, or phones.
Amazon Firestick/Fire TV users need to manually update apps when prompted, which is a useful feature.
While app updates are usually advantageous, there are times when they can create issues.
With Kodi’s recent update to version 19, most Kodi Addons and Kodi Builds from version 18 are no longer compatible.
The automatic update to Kodi 19 posed a problem for many cord-cutters still relying on Kodi 18 addons on Android devices.
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Though Kodi is a popular Streaming APK, automatic updates to any app can be troublesome without your knowledge.
In the following screenshot tutorials, we explain how to disable automatic app updates on Android TV and Stock Android devices.
How to Turn Off Automatic App Updates – Android TV
We demonstrate how to disable app updates on the NVIDIA Shield in the example below.
1. Start the Google Play Store from your device’s home screen.
2. Tap your user icon on the top right corner of your screen.
3. Select Settings.
4. Choose Auto-update apps.
5. Ensure to select “Don’t auto-update apps” and press the back button on your remote.
That’s it! You have turned off automatic app updates for your Android TV device.
How to Turn Off Automatic App Updates – Stock Android
In the instance below, we are showing how to turn off app updates on the Samsung Galaxy S6 Tablet.
1. Launch the Google Play Store from your home screen.
2. Click the Menu icon (3 horizontal lines) in the top left corner of the screen.
3. Scroll down and click Settings.
4. Select the option for Auto-update apps.
5. Check the box for Don’t auto-update apps and click Done.
You have successfully turned off automatic app updates on Android! This should help you in the future with not only Kodi but any application you don’t want automatically updated.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you stop apps from automatically updating on Android?
Yes. With this guide, we show how to turn off automatic app updates on any Android device.
Can you stop apps from automatically updating on the Firestick?
The nice part about the Firestick/Fire TV is apps don’t automatically update. You have to manually update applications.
Will Kodi automatically update to Kodi 19?
Yes Kodi will automatically update to version 19 if using an Android device.
Is turning off automatic app updates safe?
Yes. Turning off automatic app updates on your Android device is not only safe but gives you more control over your applications.