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I've been an Android user for almost 15 years — and Google's sideloading changes are pushing me back to iPhone

By Tom Pritchard Published

Google wants to make sweeping changes to sideloading on Android, and it seems very Apple-inspired. Frankly, I think it would be a disaster that makes me reconsider what phones I buy.

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Google wants to fight Android malware by making sideloading more difficult — here's how

By Amber Bouman Published

Google rolls out a new program to verify apps developers in order to prevent the spread of malware.

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This Android malware poses as real apps to take you to dangerous sites and flood your phone with spam

By Amber Bouman Published

The Konfety malware has returned and it's now posing as real apps to better avoid detection on vulnerable Android smartphones.

Malware & Adware
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The best photo organizer apps

By John Corpuz Last updated

Manage your snaps with one of these top photo organizer apps

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Best Android apps — free and paid

By Philip Michaels, John Velasco Last updated

There are plenty of apps in the Google Play store, but we tracked down the best Android apps that deserve a place on your smartphone.

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The best encrypted messaging apps in 2025

By Amber Bouman, Nicholas Fearn Last updated

The best encrypted messaging apps for Android and iOS can stop third-parties from reading your conversations.

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At least 5 North Korean spy apps have been found on Google Play — what you need to know

By Tom Pritchard Published

Be careful what you download. Even Google Play could accidentally host North Korean spyware.

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9 essential apps to watch Super Bowl 2025 in style

By Tom Pritchard Published

Super Bowl 2025 is coming, and you can watch the big game stress-free and in-style with these 9 essential mobile apps.

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Best weather apps for 2025

By John Corpuz Last updated

Don't get caught out in the rain. The best weather apps can give you up to date forecasts on both Android and iOS devices.

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Best Android launchers in 2025

By Tom Pritchard Last updated

The best Android launchers help make your phone truly your own, giving you features and options Google still isn't offering.

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