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Google Separates AI Apps From Traditional Applications

Apps can also be developed using AI.
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September 29, 2026, 3:35 pm | Read time: 2 minutes

Google is working on a new feature for the Play Store that is likely to interest users experimenting with vibecoding. In the code of the current Play Store version 53.2.23-34, a new menu item labeled “Your Creations” was discovered. The feature is not yet active, but entries in the program code provide initial clues about the direction of development.

Central Hub for AI Projects

As reported by the online magazine Android Authority, this is a central hub for apps created through prompt input using generative AI—known as vibecoding. Users describe the desired function in natural language, while the AI takes over large parts, if not all, of the programming.

Alternative to Sideloading

Most of these applications are not full-fledged mass-market apps but small tools for very specific tasks. This is precisely why they usually do not end up in the regular Play Store. Those who want to use such projects today often have to install the apps via sideloading. While this works, it is significantly less convenient than installation through the official store. A dedicated area for AI creations could reduce this hurdle and simplify management.

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App Sharing Apparently Planned

The new area would offer another advantage for users. It could serve as a personal overview for all applications created with Google AI. Additionally, there are hints of a sharing function. This would allow users to directly share their AI-generated apps with others. Especially for small projects among friends or colleagues, this would be much more practical than previous distribution methods.

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Security Concept Remains Unclear

However, the question of how Google intends to handle security risks remains unanswered. Apps in the Play Store typically undergo various review processes.

It is also unclear whether the feature will work exclusively with apps from Google AI Studio or if it will support projects from other AI platforms. Since the hints so far only come from a test version, it remains open whether and when Google will actually release the feature.

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