Summary: Android 16 is set to speed up app installations with a new “cloud compilation” feature that offloads parts of the process to the cloud. This should help apps install faster, especially 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 ...

On Android, installing apps outside Google Play is disabled by default to reduce malware and security risks. You can enable the ability to install Android apps from ...

Hey there, fellow South African streamer! If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve hit a snag while trying to install ElephTV on your Android TV. Don’t stress – we’ve all been there. That moment of ...

Starting next year, Android will block the installation of apps from unverified developers, a policy that affects both Play Store and sideloaded apps. The new system requires Android to check if a ...

We have the European Union to thank for some of the most user-friendly legislation in the tech industry as of late. It made websites adopt GDPR data privacy laws, and it's forcing Apple to switch to ...

Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...