Android security gets aggressive as Google bans thousands of developers and millions of sketchy apps

Google is using AI to block millions of harmful apps, crush scam tactics, and strengthen Play Protect, making Android safer.
CSO Online

Flaws in four popular VS Code extensions left 128 million installs open to attack

Three of the four vulnerabilities remained unpatched months after OX Security reported them to the maintainers.
MUO on MSN

Removing stock apps on Android is simple if you know this trick

I found an easy way to remove the apps I don't want but my manufacturer pushed anyway.
Android Authority

A major Pixel-exclusive security feature could be the Galaxy S26’s secret weapon

New code suggests Google is bringing its AI-powered Scam Detection feature to the Galaxy S26 series, potentially ending Pixel exclusivity. Model numbers for the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra ...

I disabled this core Android app to reclaim 7GB of storage, and I should have done it sooner

I won't be reinstalling this app ...