# Software Update

> All apps in one place – update all apps in one place with single tap.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.software.instance.updatenew](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.software.instance.updatenew)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.software.instance.updatenew`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** All Email Access
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 1,181,566
- **Rating:** 3.81 / 5 (5,475 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-24
- **First published:** 2023-06-08
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 80 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.software.instance.updatenew)
- **Website:** [https://softwareinstanceupdatenew.jk-txt.com](https://softwareinstanceupdatenew.jk-txt.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://privacypolicycenter.com/new/view/com.software.instance.updatenew](https://privacypolicycenter.com/new/view/com.software.instance.updatenew)

## Description

**Software Update** centralizes all app and system updates for Android devices, letting users scan, review and update apps from one simple interface. With one-tap updates, automatic checks, and push alerts for pending updates, it keeps your apps and system current. The extension lists downloaded and system apps, shows recently launched apps, and provides quick actions like launch, view permissions, install or uninstall.

Beyond updates, Software Update includes an Aftercall feature to identify incoming calls, send quick replies, set reminders, and show recently accessed apps immediately after a call. Designed for a smooth, easy-to-use experience, it helps users stay secure and organized by automating update checks and consolidating app management in a single place.

## Rankings

- #62,186 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACTION_MANAGE_OVERLAY_PERMISSION`
- `android.permission.ANSWER_PHONE_CALLS`
- `android.permission.BATTERY_STATS`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.GET_TASKS`
- `android.permission.INTERNAL_SYSTEM_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_PRIVILEGED_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.software.instance.updatenew.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.software.instance.updatenew.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

Reviews for Software Update on Android are mixed but skew negative. A significant number criticize intrusive behavior: aggressive, deceptive ads, pop-ups, and overlaying screens; many say the app installs or appears inside other apps and demands permissions, sometimes without clear consent, and is hard or impossible to remove. Privacy concerns are raised about requesting device information. A smaller subset of reviews expresses positive views, calling it a great/useful/excellent app that seems to work. Overall, the dominant sentiment is concern about adware/malware risk, with only a minority praising its usefulness.

### Pros

- Positive overall impression: reviewers call it great / excellent / very good
- Described as a useful app that appears to function
- Several users report it works well and is beneficial
- Some mention it as nice or good

### Cons

- Intrusive ads and pop-ups, including deceptive adware behavior
- Privacy concerns: app requests excessive device information
- Hard to remove: overlays, takes over home screen, and cannot be easily terminated
- Installed without explicit permission / spam-like distribution
- Many reviewers label it as a virus/malware or scam

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.software.instance.updatenew)