Google to add extra layer of protection when installing sketchy apps (APK teardown)

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Google to add extra layer of protection when installing sketchy apps (APK teardown)

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Android@lemdro.idEnglish · 5 months ago

Google is working on a feature that will require you to enter a PIN or submit biometric authentication before installing an APK.

TL;DR

Google is adding an additional layer of security when installing an APK or updating an app through an APK.
A PIN or biometric authentication will now be required in certain cases.
This will be the case for APKs that Google thinks are malicious or didn’t come from the Play Store.

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