Android phone users may soon get a ‘battery’ warning before downloading these apps

For users, this update offers clearer transparency, and one more tool to avoid apps that quietly kill battery life behind the scenes.
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Sideloading apps onto Android phones from random sources won’t be an option starting in 2026

Google is requiring developers to verify their identity before their apps hit your phone. This kicks in September 2026, starting with Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand, where shady apps have ...