- Key Points of This Article
- Google has released the June 2026 “Google System Release Notes,” summarizing updates to improve security and reliability for Android-related devices.
- New features deployed in “Google Play services” v26.23 and “Google Play Store” v51.9 have been announced.
- As anticipated six months ago, the Android version of the “Google Play Store” app v51.9 now introduces a “Trusted” badge for app reviews.
On Monday, June 15, 2026, Google released the latest June 2026 edition of the “Google System Release Notes,” which summarizes information regarding “Google System Updates” designed to enhance the security and reliability of Android-related devices.
「Google システム アップデート」の詳細
「Google システム アップデート」は、Android OS の「Google Play システム アップデート」のほか、「Google Play 開発者サービス」アプリと「Google Play ストア」アプリの各アップデートにて提供される、Android OS システムの新機能や改善の総称です。「Google システム アップデート」は Android スマートフォンやタブレットのほか、「Android TV / Google TV」デバイス、「Android Auto」、Wear OS ウォッチ、Chrome OS デバイスといった Google 認定デバイス全体にも提供されます。
“Google System Updates” is a collective term for updates to various system service apps aimed at increasing the security and reliability of Android-related devices. The “Google System Update” itself is not delivered as a single package; rather, new, useful features that enhance security and reliability are provided through updates to the individual system apps targeted.
For details on each update deployed to the Android platform, including “Google System Updates,” please refer to the article below.
While information on “Google System Updates” is updated periodically, the June 2026 “Google System Release Notes” published this time reveal new features deployed in the “Google Play services” app v26.23 and the “Google Play Store” app v51.9.
June 2026
Google Play services v26.23 (2026-06-15)
System Management
- [Auto, PC, Phone, TV, Wear] Updates to system management services that improve Device Performance.
- [Auto, PC, Phone, TV, Wear] Bug fixes for System Management & Diagnostics related services.
Utilities
- [Phone] With this update, you can now manage your WhatsApp backups through device settings.
- [Phone] You’ll now get an improved experience when you view or update the Google Contacts sync setting.
Wallet
- [Phone, Wear] Bug fixes for Wallet related services.
- [Phone] Improve Wallet transaction history experience.
Google Play Store v51.9 (2026-06-15)
Google System Services Release Notes – Help
- [Phone] You can now get a “Trusted” badge on your Google Play Store reviews if you are eligible for the Trusted Contributor program and opt in.
- [Phone] You can now try the latest features in Play Labs and share your feedback to help improve the Play Store.
- [Phone] You can now manage content restrictions on Google Play using your Android Parental Controls PIN.
Released on Monday, June 15, 2026
The June 2026 edition of the “Google System Release Notes,” published on June 15, 2026, announces new features for “Google Play services” v26.23 and the “Google Play Store” app v51.9.
In the Android version of the “Google Play Store” app v51.9, as revealed six months ago, a “Trusted” badge is introduced as a highlight in app reviews. This “Trusted” badge is a title granted to users who meet the criteria for the “Google Play Trusted Contributor Program” and have chosen to opt in.
“Google Play services” App v26.23
| ■ System Management |
|
| ■ Utilities |
|
| ■ Wallet |
|

“Google Play Store” App v51.9
| ■ “Google Play Store” App v51.9 |
|
Source: Google







