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The feature is rolling out to users on both iOS and Android globally in the coming weeks.

By Jibin Joseph
A photo of the WhatsApp details page on Apple's App Store.

Other news for Android developers includes more AI assistance in coding and more frequent software development kit updates.

By Rob Pegoraro
A collage of screengrabs shows Google Play's new full-screen video format, its cart-abandonment reminder, and its search suggestions

The malware can infiltrate Android devices through malicious apps installed using APKs.

By Jibin Joseph
Close-up on Android phone showing home screen in man's hands in dark room.

These 5 new features could make Android phones with Google Messages more secure.

By Jibin Joseph
A visual representation of a spam alert on a smartphone.

Thanks to a recent court ruling forcing Google to let third parties host their own app stores on Android, Microsoft will allow for in-app purchases and gameplay via the Xbox Android app.

By Kate Irwin
A rendering of Xbox app showing games in front and behind, like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, and Crash Bandicoot.

The ruling could usher in huge changes for the Play Store in the next three years. However, Google plans on appealing the ruling, which stems from the Epic Games antitrust case.

By Michael Kan
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Epic Games claims Samsung and Google worked together on Auto Blocker. A Google VP says that's not the case—and the feature is important for device security.

By Kate Irwin
Two Android phone screens with Epic Games Store loaded and gradient 2D purple background behind the phones.

The game publisher alleges Samsung and Google are breaking US law by prohibiting app store alternatives on Samsung devices with features like Auto Blocker.

By Kate Irwin
Samsung Galaxy phone standing up on table showing apps on home screen with blurred room behind.

A new malware variant spreads across Android devices, infecting victims and targeting bank accounts by posing as NordVPN or Google Chrome.

By Kate Irwin
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A bug in the web version of WhatsApp lets anyone bypass 'View Once' restrictions and download media.

By Jibin Joseph
A photo illustration of WhatsApp logo displayed on a smartphone lying next to a laptop.

After giving Apple Wallet the nod earlier this month, the state of California is expanding its mobile driver’s license program to Google Wallet.

By Jibin Joseph
A graphical representation of a digital ID card.

Proton says its latest stealth features are rolling out to help protect free speech around the world.

By Kate Irwin
Smartphone with Proton VPN app on its home screen.

The 'EvilVideo' Telegram exploit was fixed, but it's still possible to receive malicious APK files via the app.

By Kate Irwin
Person's hand holding an Android phone with Telegram app open on the screen.

Google ups the minimum requirements for app functionality to reduce junky listings in its app store, meaning a mass deletion event could be on the horizon.

By Kate Irwin
Close-up of Google Play Store gift cards hanging on racks.

Console gamers are getting a way to change their voices in-game with Voicemod Key, a third-party dongle for iOS and Android phones that plugs into an Xbox or PlayStation controller.

By Kate Irwin
3D rendering of iPhone with Voicemod app opening showing different sound button options and the Voicemod Key adapter.

Want to use Android apps on a PC? These are the apps and services that can make it happen. Some tinkering may be required.

By Whitson Gordon  & Jason Cohen
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Many free Android VPNs could come at the cost of your security and privacy, a new report says.

By Kate Irwin
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The feature drop also adds automatic hotspot sharing with other Android devices or Chromebooks signed into your Google account.

By Rob Pegoraro
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'App access risk' allows Android to notify an app if another app might be recording the screen, overlaying content, or taking control of the phone.

By Rob Pegoraro
The Google Play and Google logos as seen on a phone's screen, wih the same logos visible in the background