Your Android phone's most powerful security feature is off by default - turn it on ASAP

One of Google's most critical features is hidden behind a single toggle - turn it on to protect against theft, scams, spam, and more.
9to5Google

The Sideload 017: A TriFold tour

Welcome to The Sideload episode 17, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will welcomes Dean Daley, Devices Editor at MobileSyrup, to the ...
Android Authority

This Wear OS app makes it easy to transfer files and sideload watch faces

Sideloading files to Wear OS usually requires complex ADB commands, but the new Wear APK Install app offers a simpler solution. The app creates a Wi-Fi file server ...
BGR

6 Free Android TV Apps You Need To Install Before Google Removes Sideloading

One feature that makes Android so special is the freedom to sideload APK (Android Package Kit) files, letting you install compatible apps outside the Play Store. The good news is that sideloading ...
The Tech Report

Android Sideloading Stays Alive as Google Revises Developer Verification Plan

We adhere to a strict editorial policy, ensuring that our content is crafted by an in-house team of experts in technology, hardware, software, and more. With years of experience in tech news and ...
ExtremeTech

Google Introduces New Android Verification Rules, Will Still Let Some Users Side-Load Apps

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BGR

Google Changes Its Mind Again, Will Allow 'Experienced' Android Users To Sideload Apps

Sideloading has always been seen as one of the best perks of the Android operating system for many users. Not only does it let users sidestep Google's more restrictive Play Store, but it also gives ...
Engadget

Google will allow 'experienced users' to sideload unverified Android apps

In August, Google announced that it will implement a new safety feature that would require developers to verify their identities if they want Android users to be able to sideload their apps. Now, the ...
TechSpot

Android won't kill sideloading after all, but new verification rules will make it harder

The big picture: While Google maintains that identity verification will enhance security and trust across the platform, open-source communities remain concerned that even a softened version of the ...
Droid Life

Google Adding New Sideload Process for Unverified App Installs on Android

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. Back in August, Google announced that it would soon require developers to ...
The Verge

Valve is welcoming Android games into Steam

The Steam Frame is the start — but it could be tip of the iceberg. The Steam Frame is the start — but it could be tip of the iceberg. is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers ...
9to5google

Android will let ‘experienced users’ sideload unverified apps as Google makes case for verification

Android Android will let ‘experienced users’ sideload unverified apps as Google makes case for verification Abner Li | Nov 12 2025 - 4:15 pm PT 24 Comments ...