Currently, developers who create “sideloaded” Android apps are exempt from Google’s verification requirements.

Google will be starting an early access program for verification in October 2025, where participants can join a community ...

Google is going to add another layer to the safety of Android device users. Many Android users install APK files directly ...

Google is testing a new interface to list apps that activate their own security features when Android 16's Advanced ...

Android apps side-loaded from the internet often come from shady sources. Google will soon identify them and block those of ...

Last month, Google announced the first developer preview of Android 14, with more app customization, new swipe gestures, app cloning for multiple accounts, support for the latest PS5 DualSense ...

Developer tools included in Android 13 The first few early previews of any upcoming Android release give developers time to learn about the new tools and API changes coming to the operating system.