Using the useUpdates Hook to manage React Native app updates

The useUpdates Hook is a new feature introduced by the Expo team to enhance update management in React Native applications, specifically through the expo-updates library. This Hook aims to simplify the traditionally complex and manual update processes by providing a standardized and automated solution, allowing developers to focus on app development and user experience. It offers features such as state and lifecycle management, tracking update checks, and asynchronous method support, all of which help ensure that applications remain up-to-date with the latest features and improvements. The useUpdates Hook works alongside expo-updates to programmatically control app behavior based on updates, offering seamless management of downloads and updates through a newly implemented state machine. Although still in alpha, it is expected to become a stable tool with the release of Expo SDK 50, promising to streamline update processes in large-scale applications where real-time updates and stability are crucial.