How to Check If Apps Need an Update on iPhone and Android

Quick Tips

•  On Android, open Play Store > Profile icon > Apps and Updates > Update the apps.
• On iPhone, open App Store > Profile Icon > Tap Update next to available apps.
• You can choose to update all apps in one go or update them individually.

How to Check and Update Apps on Android

App updates add new features and fix issues (if any) in the existing version. When the update is downloaded, the system unpacks and replaces the updated files with the ones installed on the phone’s memory. In the background, the system updates the files of the installed up and gives a feeling that you’re re-installing it.

For Android, Open the Play Store > Profile icon > Manage apps and devices > Updates available > Tap on Update next to the app name.

To update all apps at once, tap on Update All.

Update Apps Automatically on Android

Open Play Store > Profile icon > Settings > Network preferences > Auto-update apps > Choose the method for updates.

Update Apps Without the Play Store

You can update apps without Play Store on Android by using their APK. You need to download the APK file from a reliable source such as APKMirror.com or the developer’s official website. Once downloaded, open it. You will be asked to grant permission to install apps outside of Play Store. Grant permission. The app will update automatically.

Tip: Check our nifty guide on how to install multiple apps at once

How to Check and Update Apps on iPhone

For that, you will need to take the help of the App Store. If automatic updates are disabled, you will see the notification badge on the Apple Store icon with the figure indicating the number of available updates.

To check for the available updates, open App Store. On devices running iOS 12 and below, tap on the Updates tab at the bottom. You will see the available updates.

Open App Store > Profile Icon > Tap Update next to available apps.

Update Apps Automatically on iPhone

Open Settings > App Store > Enable Automatic Downloads.