Google won't allow people to (easily) sideload apps through APK files on certified Android devices starting in September 2026 ...
Sideloading apps involves downloading APK files from sources outside the Google Play Store, which means these files are not vetted by Google's security checks. This increases the risk of downloading ...
Chrome for Android could soon scan your downloaded APK files for malware. This would add another layer of protection as Google Play Protect already scans apps before you install them. Google already ...