Android isn't killing sideloading, but it's making it a lot harder

Google has confirmed that Android will not retire app sideloading, but the company is implementing measures that make the ...

Here’s How Google’s ‘Safer’ Sideloading Works on Android

While Google is restricting app downloads from sources other than the Google Play Store, the company will allow sideloading ...

7 things all Android users need to know about Google’s new sideloading rules

Google is completely changing how sideloading works on Android. Confused or concerned about the new process? Let's break it ...

Google Announces New Sideloading Rules for Android With Developer Verification, Security Delay

Maintaining platform integrity has become increasingly critical, with a global footprint of over 3 billion active devices, Samat said.

This new requirement for Android sideloading could frustrate power users

Sideloading isn't going away but Google is changing how it works and adding a surprising new process that could catch many ...
Android Police

I gave Android 16 a full dark mode makeover, and it looks so much better

Sanuj is a tech enthusiast with a passion for exploring smartphones, tablets, and smart wearables. He started his tech journey with a Lumia smartphone, diving into Windows Phone. Later, he switched to ...
ZDNet

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

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...
Android Police

Android's Driving mode is picking up a useful update

Chethan is a reporter at Android Police, focusing on the weekend news coverage for the site. He has covered tech for over a decade with multiple publications, including the likes of Times Internet, ...
Android

Android’s Driving Mode is Finally Smart Enough to Detect Passengers

Google fixed an Android Driving Mode bug that was incorrectly silencing passengers’ phones by restoring the Bluetooth-only activation option. Users can now choose between Bluetooth or motion detection ...
Mashable

What is Lockdown Mode on iPhone and how do you enable it?

Apple's Lockdown Mode for iPhone is getting significant attention this week. On Wednesday, 404 Media reported the FBI has so far been unable to access the seized iPhone of a Washington Post reporter ...
Geeky Gadgets

How to Enable Ultra Dark Mode on iOS 26: The Secret Setting for More Battery

The foundation of ultra-dark mode lies in the system-wide dark mode, which transforms your device’s interface by replacing bright backgrounds with darker tones. This not only creates a visually ...
MacRumors

Enable Lockdown Mode on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Lockdown Mode is an optional security feature designed by Apple to provide maximum protection against highly sophisticated digital threats. When enabled on your Apple device, it greatly reduces ...