Google to add extra layer of protection when installing sketchy apps (APK teardown)
Google to add extra layer of protection when installing sketchy apps (APK teardown)
www.androidauthority.com Google to add extra layer of protection when installing sketchy apps (APK teardown)
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.