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 ...

A federal court has ordered Google LLC to allow third-party app marketplaces on the Play Store. The change is one of more than a half dozen that the search giant will be required to implement. The ...

Google’s mission to make Android more like iPhone continues, at least when it comes to security and privacy, narrowing the gap. Android 15 moves the bar significantly, with a raft of updates including ...

We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts in the comments and vote in the poll below — your take might be featured in a future roundup. It feel like Google is slowly closing the walls in on ...

A U.S. federal judge ordered sweeping changes to Google Play, the default source for Android applications. Rival Android software marketplaces will get a big boost as a result. While the iPhone App ...

Timi is a news and deals writer who's been reporting on technology for over a decade. He loves breaking down complex subjects into easy-to-read pieces that keep you informed. But his recent passion ...

Google Play Services runs constantly in the background with system-level access and default permissions. It bypasses Android privacy controls and has unrestricted access to location, sensors, storage, ...

Google Play Store purged nearly half its apps in the past year to enhance the platform. Android users are unlikely to complain about the removal of low-quality apps. Check out recommended apps to ...