Google details new 24-hour process to sideload unverified Android apps

Google is planning big changes for Android in 2026 aimed at combating malware across the entire device ecosystem. Starting in September, Google will begin restricting application sideloading with its ...

Google’s Android 17 Beta 3 Is Here: What’s New Ahead of the Final Release

Android 17 Beta 3 focuses on stability, security, and refinements as Google prepares for release, giving developers a near-final platform to test apps.
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Google's Android app is finally catching up to the iOS app with one crucial feature

Google is working on adding a new incognito search mode to its Android app. The feature will work by turning off the history for your current search. This is the equivalent of Google’s ...
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Google confirms Android dev verification will have free and paid tiers, no public list of devs

As we careen toward a future in which Google has final say over what apps you can run, the company has sought to assuage the community’s fears with a blog post and a casual “backstage” video.

Google is Finally Forcing 64-bit on All Wear OS Apps

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Google insists sideloading on Android will survive, but doubts remain for independent app stores

Google has published a new blog post insisting that sideloading on Android isn’t going anywhere. The company reiterated that its new developer verification requirements are meant to improve safety ...