In brief: Google Play Protect serves as Android's first line of defense against malicious apps. However, the mobile anti-malware service can sometimes make sideloading cumbersome – or even outright ...

Google is preparing a high-friction Android sideloading option that allows experienced users to install apps without verification. However, it is adding strong warnings and extra steps to reduce scams ...

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Google says Android is getting a “high-friction” sideloading flow. The company insists it’s about user awareness, not blocking installs. The big question is whether this added friction will stay ...