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Android spyware with over 1.5 million downloads sends your data to China — delete these apps right now

Two file management apps on the Google Play Store have been discovered to be spyware that quietly sends user data to servers in China.

Google is reportedly rolling out blue hue for its Play Store

Google is reportedly rolling out blue hue for its Play Store

Google Play Store's iconic Green scheme next to the Dynamic color scheme is now seen in blue.

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How to unsubscribe from subscriptions through the Google Play Store on your Android phone

How to unsubscribe from subscriptions through the Google Play Store on your Android phone

Subscription creep is a real issue, and using the Google Play Store is a quick and easy way to manage and cancel subscriptions on your Android phone.

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Meta teases Twitter alternative and we're ready to pull these Threads

Meta's new app, Threads, is a direct Twitter alternative that just popped up on the Google Play Store - albeit very briefly.

Facebook to circumvent Google Play Store, allow app downloads from ads

The recently passed Digital Markets Act in the EU has opened a new opportunity for Meta to turn Facebook into an alternative app marketplace.

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Researchers claim malware is rife on the Google Play Store

Millions are using Android apps infected with malware designed to steal sensitive data.

Google bans hugely popular Android apps - full list you must now delete exposed

Google has blocked a number of Android apps from its Play Store now it's vital users check their devices and delete them without delay.

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Google Play: Everything you need to know

Google Play: Everything you need to know

You know what the Google Play Store is, but do you know what Play Services and Protect do? What about Play Pass vs. Play Games? And remember Play Music and Play Edition phones?

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How to make Android more child friendly

How to make Android more child friendly

Many parents buy Android devices for their kids, and it’s necessary to ensure they use them safely.

WhatsApp is finally coming to your Galaxy Watch 5 and Pixel Watch

WhatsApp is finally coming to your Galaxy Watch 5 and Pixel Watch

WhatsApp has finally made its way to WearOS 3 smartwatches like the Galaxy Watch 5 and Pixel Watch.

Google fought a mountain of malware in 2022

Google fought a mountain of malware in 2022

Google blocked bad apps, prevented $2 billion in fraud, and kicked over 173,000 developer accounts out of Gogole Play.

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Google removes 38 Android apps from Play Store after spotting adware

Google removes 38 Android apps from Play Store after spotting adware

Google has removed another 38 apps, with all users urged to check their devices and delete as a matter of urgency

Google bans another 38 popular Android apps, millions warned to delete them today

Google bans another 38 popular Android apps, millions warned to delete them today

Google has just removed another 38 massively popular Android apps from its Play Store. It's now vital all users check their devices and remove them immediately.

You aren’t using Google Play Store’s best feature – and it just got even better

You aren’t using Google Play Store’s best feature – and it just got even better

Your Android phone's Play Store Points can now be used on real-world goodies as well as digital ones.

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Google may bring user choice billing to the Play Store in the UK

Google details commitments, given by the CMA, it may have to abide by should public consultation see it accepted.

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You can now use your Play Points for DoorDash, groceries, and Google merch

Google has started rolling out new rewards available for users to snag with their Play Points.

Hackers are sneaking malware on to the Google Play Store — how to stay safe

Hackers have turned to malicious loader programs and APK binding services as a means of injecting malware into legitimate Android apps.

Google restricts personal loan apps on Play Store from May 31

Google has revised its Play Store policies support page regarding Android financial service apps. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Android phones are about to get a space-saving upgrade

Android phones will soon be able to remove parts of rarely-used apps to help save storage space with the help of the Google Play Store's incoming app archiving feature.

Android apps could soon be forced to give you one of Apple’s best privacy features

The Google Play Store is set to finally force Android app developers to let you delete the personal data they store about you.

Google Play store: 12 popular Android apps banned with millions urged to immediately delete

Two popular fitness apps were among those banned

Fitness trackers among 12 apps that could be on your phone stealing your details

Some of the banned apps were trackers, games and investment software

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Android users urged to delete these 12 apps as Google bans them from Play Store

Twelve apps - some of which have millions of downloads - have been banned, while another also flagged by cybersecurity experts is still available to download

Google bans 12 Android apps as millions urged to delete them immediately - see full list

A dozen apps, some of which have been downloaded more than ten million times by users, have been removed from Google's Play store, with users urged to delete them from phones

12 Android apps banned by Google as millions of mobile phone owners urged to delete them

Google removed the apps from its Play Store after discovering they were tricking users into watching endless adverts or trying to steal data

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