Google Play is convenient, secure, and works just fine for most people. But there's a whole world of alternative app stores out there—some offer more openness, others put privacy first, and a few are ...

Google's new sideloading rules for Android ignore the Play Store's own malware problem, undermining its commitment to ...

Android has an app problem, that much is clear. But it’s changing. Last year, Google made clear that low-quality apps would be purged from its store. And that means removing many of the apps most ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Zak Doffman writes about cybersecurity, surveillance and privacy. Beware — there is a new threat to worry any Android user with ...

Google has reportedly started rolling out its new age verification requirements for the Play Store. Failure to prove you are 18 or older could lead to disruptions in ...

In a major step to improve smartphone performance, Google is introducing a new feature that will help users identify apps ...