Google says sideloading will remain on Android under new developer verification rules, but concerns persist for indie app stores.

Developing Android applications seems like it should be fairly straightforward if you believe the glossy marketing by Google and others. It’s certainly possible to just follow the well-trodden path, ...

An Android SDK update raises questions about the impact of developer verification on users' ability to sideload apps when offline.

This new wave of Android development is redefining what an app can be. From personal assistants that adapt to your routine to ...

Google is developing another Linux terminal app. The app runs a full Debian environment. Developers will be able to build Android apps on device. For some time, Android has had access to a terminal ...

Google to Require Identity Verification for Android App Developers: Here’s the Rollout Timeline Your email has been sent Google will soon require all Android app developers to verify their identities, ...

Apple's Swift programming language is now being officially extended to support Android app development through the establishment of a dedicated Android Working Group within the Swift open-source ...

A global rollout of the policy is planned from 2027 onward. Developers must provide personal details and may need to submit a government ID. Change mainly impacts those distributing apps outside ...

From October 22, Android developers can enable link-outs to purchases from inside their games live in under 24 hours with a ...

The announcement of Android's 10 billionth app download should be great news for developers. After all, more downloads means more money, right? Actually, it might not. High download rates are actually ...

Cody has been writing with Android Police for ten years. While best known for the hundreds of APK Teardowns and breaking news on many of Google’s new products and services, he also covers deeper ...