The Play Store is revamping the way user interaction happens with apps and apps developers. And that’s why Google Play Store ratings will be according to users’ devices. App ratings are an important way for consumers to support others in their search for the perfect app. Google Play Store will also start showing ratings based on the user’s location in November.
Someone who has a low-end tablet, for example, may experience issues running an app that someone who has a high-end phone wouldn’t experience. To address this, Google says it will soon adjust app ratings to reflect the types of devices relevant to each user.
Google Play Store ratings according to the device it came from
Have you ever downloaded an app from the Play Store that had some low ratings about bugs and glitches? Only to discover that it runs perfectly on your own device? You may have encountered the situation that arises when one app is available for multiple device form factors.
Google addressed this issue on its Android Developers blog. And soon it will show app ratings based on the type of device the user installed the app on thus making the ratings more transparent and accurate. And that’s why ratings and reviews should be device-based and people on similar devices should see similar reviews.
Starting in early 2022, Play Store users will see app ratings that reflect the experiences of other users on similar devices. If you’re browsing apps from a tablet, for example. You’ll see app ratings submitted by other users who installed the app on a tablet.
Any developer who will experience an app rating change of more than 0.2 stars will be given at least a 10-week heads up from Google before the adjusted ratings go live. Giving them a chance to update their apps if they believe it is necessary.