Experts from Android Authority have identified code fragments in the new 24.45.33 release of Google Play Services that indicate support for a feature called “Shielded Email.” This tool is likely designed to generate disposable...
Google has observed a significant reduction in vulnerabilities within the Android operating system, thanks to its transition to more secure programming languages, such as Rust. Over six years, the percentage of memory-related security vulnerabilities...
The GSMA, the organization responsible for advancing the Rich Communications Services (RCS) protocol, has announced plans to implement end-to-end encryption (E2EE) to secure messages exchanged between Android and iOS. This is a significant step...
A Cybernews investigation has uncovered risks for Android users related to excessive permissions in popular applications. Experts have found that many apps request significantly more access than is necessary for their functionality, increasing the...
Google continues to enhance the security mechanisms of Android applications by introducing an update to the Google Play Integrity API. This interface allows developers to verify that interactions and server requests originate from the...
Google released the August 2024 security update for the Android operating system, addressing a total of 46 security vulnerabilities, including a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability that has already been exploited by hackers. This...
Google initially began preparing the Android App Bundle (AAB) installation package in 2018. By 2021, this format had become the default, requiring developers to build their applications in AAB format for distribution via the...
Google will introduce the Tensor G4 this year to power its flagship Pixel 9 series. Although previous Tensor G series chips have lagged behind competitors in performance and efficiency, Google has taken a different...
In recent years, cybercriminals have increasingly exploited malicious applications for Android. One of the recent significant threats, according to researchers from Palo Alto Networks, is a new form of malware known as BadPack. The...
Starting with Android 14, Google has introduced a new image format called Ultra HDR in the Pixel 8 series smartphones, enabling the devices to display more realistic HDR images and significantly enhance contrast between...
Google recently announced that it will officially cease providing technical support for Android 5.0 Lollipop. Devices continuing to use this operating system version will no longer receive system upgrades or security updates. In fact,...
Google Messages will soon support the MLS protocol, providing end-to-end encryption for messages across various platforms. This update aims to comply with the European Union’s new interoperability requirements under the Digital Markets Act (DMA)....
