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adaml_623 on May 12, 2012 | parent | context | favorite | on: This Is What Developing For Android Looks Like

But you have to remember that the small percentage of people who have problems can post feedback that is visible straightaway to potential customers. There isn't such a negative feedback loop for PC applications. It's one of the reasons why it would be good if the Android market let you specify which hardware your app was good for.

DominikR on May 12, 2012 [–]

You can do this on Android:

1) Filter via your manifest file: Allow installation only on devices with certain screen sizes or hardware like GPS or Camera

(Description: http://developer.android.com/guide/appendix/market-filters.h... )

2) Filter via Developer Console: Exclude specific device models or countries

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