Android smartphones can do much more than make calls, send messages or browse social media. With phone cameras becoming increasingly capable, everyday tasks that once required dedicated equipment can ...

Android allows you to sideload apps that aren’t from the Google Play Store, and it’s one of the best features of the operating system. However, sideloading comes ...

The Google Play Store might not be perfect for stopping Android malware, but its collection of scanning, app reviews, and developer requirements makes it a lot safer than the wider, unfiltered ...

Files By Google is everyone’s favorite clutter-free file manager app, but now it can also be your favorite no-nonsense document scanner. Image Credit: Google Editorial Note: Talk Android may contain ...

I've been writing about Android since 2011, with a focus on device reviews, Samsung and Google Pixel hardware, and the latest happenings in the ecosystem. In my entire writing career, I've reviewed ...

If you're concerned you might have unwittingly installed a malicious app on your Android device, you can manually scan for it without installing third-party software. No vetting process is perfect, ...

TL;DR: To combat the rising threat of sideloaded Android malware, Google Play Protect has introduced an additional layer of security. Now, before you install an app, it will prompt you to scan it.

Pranay Parab is an independent tech journalist based in Mumbai, India. He covers tech for Lifehacker, and specializes in tutorials and in-depth features. Google has announced a big upgrade for the ...