How do I set up automatic updating for tablet apps?

Answer: Google Play Store app - unmanaged vs. managed

Setting up automatic update for apps on a tablet depends on whether or not the Google Play Store app on the device is managed or unmanaged:

• An unmanaged Google Play Store App is the traditional one that is downloaded and installed directly from Google. It provides access to all apps that are qualified to be in the Play Store. You will also carry out manual updates and upgrades to your applications through the Google Play Store, as well as arrange for subscriptions and payments.
• A managed Google Play Store App is one that has been configured and installed along with a device security or device management application, such as Samsung Knox or Cellairis. The apps that you can install, manage, and update are limited to those allowed through the managed Google Play Store App.

Answer: Setting up automatic updating through an unmanaged Google Play Store app

To set up automatic updating through an unmanaged Google Play Store app, carry out the following:

1. On the tablet, start the Google Play Store app.
2. In the upper right corner, tap the profile icon.
3. Tap Settings.
4. Tap Network preferences, then Auto-update apps.
5. Choose your update preference:
   • To enable auto-update, choose Over any network.
   • To disable auto-update, choose Don't auto-update apps.
6. Tap OK.
7. Close Settings.

Answer: Setting up automatic updating through a managed Google Play Store app

There is nothing that needs to be done. When the managed Google Play Store app was installed along with the security/management application, auto-update apps was enabled and can't be disabled. Your installed applications will be automatically be updated.

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