Android Authority

Chrome for Android could soon have your back when you download shady apps

Chrome for Android could soon scan your downloaded APK files for malware. This would add another layer of protection as Google Play Protect already scans apps before you install them. Google already ...
Android Authority

Google Chrome could soon be less annoying when downloading APKs

Google Chrome for Android may soon reduce how often it shows the “file may be harmful” warning. The warning won’t be shown anymore if the user has Google Play Protect enabled. However, the warning ...
Android

Android users to soon see fewer APK download warnings on Chrome

Google Chrome is undoubtedly one of the most popular web browser apps for desktop and mobile clients out there. It offers users one of the best web browsing experiences. And that’s why Google actively ...
Android Police

Google Chrome may soon be able to scan your sideloaded APKs

Karandeep Singh Oberoi is a Durham College Journalism and Mass Media graduate who joined the Android Police team in April 2024, after serving as a full-time News Writer at Canadian publication ...

Chrome for Android adds new protection against malicious apps

When users download new apps on Android devices, Play Protect automatically scans them for malware. An additional layer of protection is being introduced for sideloaded apps. According to MSPowerUser, ...