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How to sideload an APK

How to sideload an APK or install an Android app from outside the Play Store

Does the Google Play Store not offer the app you want, like Fortnite? We explain how to enable sideloading on your Android phone and install off-market apps.
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Are Android devices really easier to hack? We asked the experts

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9 easy things you can do to stay safe on your Android phone

Concerned about your Android smartphone or data being stolen? You need to take precautions. Here's our guide to Android security.
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Android security came a long way in 2016 but Google says there is more work

Google made strides in shutting down malicious apps and distributing security updates last year, but knows there's more to do.
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Google fixes critical security flaw affecting over 900 million Android devices

A new Android vulnerability dubbed "Quadrooter" is perhaps the broadest ever. It affects more than 900 million devices.
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Lenovo promises Android security updates for the Moto Z and Moto G in response to criticism

Lenovo hasn't been issuing Android security updates to Moto phones frequently. Will it issue timely updates to the new Moto Z and Moto G4?
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Google paying big for bug fixes in the new Android Security Rewards program

Google is paying big rewards to those who find and fix bugs with the introduction of the new Android Security Rewards program.
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Google acknowledges critical Bitcoin flaw in Android (and bug fixes are released)

Who can fight Android malware? Not Google, it seems

It’s OK! Android’s latest malware scare probably won’t affect you

An Android security flaw which could potentially allow malware to sneak on to 99 percent of Android devices has been revealed by Bluebox Security. Are you at risk?