One of the security updates baked into Android 14 is a feature that blocks you from installing some older apps built for Android 5.1 or earlier… kind of. If you’ve got a shiny new phone or tablet ...

Ever come across a .xapk file while trying to install an app on your Android phone and wondered what it is? Don’t worry—you’re not alone. Unlike the more common .apk files, which most Android users ...

Obtaining Android apps outside of the Google Play Store can be a mixed bag. While Android offers the flexibility to install most apps, you must be cautious about where you get these files.

When you’re looking for a new app to pour hours of your life into, the first place you go is the Google Play Store. That’s understandable; the Play Store has an absolute ton of apps and games that you ...

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Android users can download and install the official TikTok app directly from its website. Android users in the U.S. are now able to download and install TikTok directly from the company’s website, ...

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...