Google introduces a new way for users to sideload Android apps that still protects against scams

Google is making Android sideloading easier with a new advanced setting that lets users disable app verification after a ...

New open-source app turns GitHub into a mobile and PC app store

GitHub is a vast labyrinth of amazing open-source software projects, and it can be hard to see some of the awesomeness within ...

Android's March Canary update is live and here's everything we've spotted so far

Google has released the new Android Canary build for March. This update carries version number ZP11.260220.007.

How to turn your Pixel phone into a PC - with the new Android Desktop Mode

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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 down.

Android 16 Now Has a Desktop Mode for Your Pixel 8 or Newer

Connect your Pixel 8 or newer to an external monitor over USB-C, and you get a desktop interface to play around with. It's ...

Android will hide app sideloading behind a new one-time security process

Google has detailed how users will be able to sideload apps from unverified developers once it implements its more restrictive policy towards downloading software on Android. The company originally ...

9 ways Windows 11 makes you more productive without installing anything

Small usability improvements can also boost productivity. Windows 11 allows you to customize the mouse pointer to make it easier to see and use. In the operating system, you can adjust pointer size, ...