Android, unlike some phone operating systems, allows users to install software from outside the default app store (even if you don't live in Europe). And that's good, because there's all kinds of ...

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If you have an Android phone, you'll have access to millions of apps on the Google Play Store. While many of these apps are legitimate, some are fake, and might even install malware on your device.

If you’ve been in the Android sphere long enough, you’ve probably heard people talking about APK files and terms like sideloading. Indeed, an APK can be invaluable if you cannot find a specific app on ...

Android is, for the most part, an open platform. You can use the Google Play Store to install apps and games, or you can go off the reservation and install APKs on ...

One of the security updates baked into Android 14 is a feature that blocks you from installing some older apps built for Android 5.1 or earlier… kind of. If you’ve got a shiny new phone or tablet ...