Google Play will warn Android users about apps that drain your battery

Good news, Android users. Google is going to step in and help you find the perpetrators. Google just announced the launch of ...
The Express Tribune

Can Android developers defend us against Pixnapping attacks?

Android’s FLAG_SECURE is an Android developer option that was designed to prevent fraud/abuse of screens containing sensitive ...

Google is clamping down on Android apps that cause excessive battery drain

Google will begin clamping down on Android apps that drain a smartphone battery. The Play Store will begin showing warnings ...
Developer Tech

Play Store de-ranks Android apps for battery drain from wake locks

Starting in 2026, Android apps that cause battery drain from excessive wake locks will face reduced discoverability on the Play Store.
TechCrunch

Google will require developer verification for Android apps outside the Play Store

Google is tightening security measures around Android app distribution, the company announced on Monday. Starting next year, Google will begin to verify the identities of developers distributing their ...
Android Police

The Google app's Activity tab is finally live for all users

Chethan is a reporter at Android Police, focusing on the weekend news coverage for the site. He has covered tech for over a decade with multiple publications, including the likes of Times Internet, ...
TechCrunch

Google Play tightens up rules for Android app developers to require testing, increased app review

Google today is announcing strengthened protections for Android developers publishing apps to its Google Play store. The changes are a part of Google’s broader efforts at keeping low-quality and ...