Google argues that the Android Developer Verification program isn't meant to put an end to sideloading but instead will help ...

Android will block users from sideloading apps made by unverified developers next year, but we may have found a workaround.

Google revealed plans to merge Android with ChromeOS, creating a unified platform for laptops and desktops set to launch in ...

Windows, macOS, and Linux will soon have more competition as Google plans to further develop Android for PCs and laptops.

Android has always offered users far greater control over the software experience, whether in the form of baked-in features or additions through third-party apps available on the Play Store. Things ...

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Amazon has introduced its new Vega OS platform, marking the beginning of a shift away from Android-based Fire OS on Fire TV ...

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Years in the making, the proprietary Linux OS that replaces Android-based FireOS is expected to be announced at next week's event. Here's everything we know so far.

Amazon is reportedly set to replace its Android-based Fire TV OS with Vega OS, a new Linux-based system. More details here.