Google introduces a new way for users to sideload Android apps that still protects against scams

Google is making Android sideloading easier with a new advanced setting that lets users disable app verification after a ...
The Verge

Google reveals its solution for true Android sideloading: a mandatory waiting period

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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 ...

This hidden setting changed the way I use Android Auto — and I'm never going back

Android Auto doesn't play well with sideloaded apps, but this hidden setting changes all that.

How to turn your old Android phone into a Wi-Fi extender - and fix dead spots at home

On most Android phones, go to Settings > Network and internet > Hotspot and tethering, then enable Wi-Fi hotspot. On Samsung devices, go to Settings > Connections > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering, then ...

Chrome for Android Gets Desktop Bookmarks Bar—Here's How to Enable It

Chrome for Android just got better for foldables and tablets. You can now actually toggle a bookmarks bar to appear on those devices within Chrome, just like it would on the deskt ...

Android 17 Leaks Reveal Major Redesign, AI Features, and Privacy Upgrades

Android 17 beta is here. Here’s what is confirmed so far, what leaks suggest, and which rumored features may arrive later in 2026.

I checked my phone's hidden metrics, and I'm a little obsessed with the data

It also shows how many times I unlocked my phone on a given day. You can get the data on a daily or hourly basis. For example, I can select WhatsApp from the list and check the number of notifications ...
Popular Science

How to switch from iPhone to Android (or vice versa)

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. At this point in the smartphone age, many of us have committed our ...
Geeky Gadgets

Android x86 Emulation Runs PC Games on Phones : Cyberpunk 2077 at 60 FPS

PC gaming can now run directly on Android devices, bypassing the need for cloud services or streaming. According to ETA Prime, this is achieved through x86 emulation technology, which allows PC games ...
ZDNet

How to enable Extend Unlock on your Android phone (and why it's seriously useful)

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TechRepublic

Google Warns Over 1 Billion Android Phones Are Now at Risk

Google Warns Over 1 Billion Android Phones Are Now at Risk Your email has been sent If you’re using an older Android phone, Google has a message you probably don’t want to hear. More than 40% of ...