Google has published its latest System Release Notes for November 2025, outlining what’s new across Play services, the Play Store, and Play system updates.
These monthly summaries highlight both user-facing improvements and developer-focused changes for Android devices, including phones, tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Android Auto, and even PCs.
It’s worth noting that not every feature listed in these notes becomes immediately available — some roll out gradually over the following weeks or months.
What’s Included in the “Google System”
The term Google System covers a range of first-party Android components, such as:
- Google Play services and Play Store
- Play system updates (via Settings > About phone > Android version)
- Private Compute Services
- Android System Intelligence
- Device Health Services
- Settings Services
- Google Play Protect Service
- SIM Manager, System Parental Controls, and others
These background services collectively keep Android secure, efficient, and feature-rich.
Key Updates for November 2025
Google Play services v25.44 (Released November 10, 2025)
Account Management
- Parents now receive clearer guidance when blocking the Gemini app via Parental Controls.
Developer Services
- New developer tools are available across Auto, Phone, TV, and Wear OS, supporting Maps-related integrations in third-party apps.
Safety & Emergency
- Android phones now support live video streaming during emergency calls, providing real-time visuals for faster assistance.
Security & Privacy
- You can now back up and restore SMS retriever preferences across devices on Auto, Phone, and TV.
System Management
- Stability improvements for system management services across Auto, PC, Phone, TV, and Wear OS.
Wallet
- The Cards QR feature has been discontinued for users in Brazil.
Google Play Store v48.8 (Released November 10, 2025)
- You can now uninstall apps directly from their Play Store page without navigating through device settings.
- A revamped Subscription Center lets you view all active subscriptions and track Play Points earned throughout the year.
Android TV Core Services v7.2.3 (Released November 3, 2025)
- Adds account capabilities for Backdrop.
- Updates the SDK version to 36, improving developer support.
Google Play services v25.43 (Released November 3, 2025)
Account Management
- Enhancements to Parent-managed contacts and School Time features for easier supervision.
- A refreshed Storage section in Google Settings for better clarity.
Developer Services
- Developers on PC and Phone can now customise camera access for scanning images.
System Management
- General stability updates across Auto, PC, Phone, TV, and Wear OS.
Utilities
- Android Autofill now supports saving and retrieving CVV codes for quicker checkouts.
Wallet
- Pix payments are now supported directly through Gboard.
Google’s November 2025 updates focus on stability, safety, and convenience, featuring improved parental controls, emergency call support, enhanced app management, and payment features. Developers also gain new tools for Maps and camera integration, demonstrating Google’s continued commitment to a more seamless ecosystem.
