This fundamental Android feature is 'absolutely not' going away, says Google - but it is changing

About a month ago, Google announced that the rules around sideloading apps -- the ability to install apps from unverified developers, bypassing Google's Play Store -- onto Android devices were set to ...

Google defends Android's controversial sideloading policy

In late August, Google announced new rules for sideloading on Android. Under the policy, all developers must verify their identity starting from 2026 for security reasons. The policy sparked ...
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How to Install and Use ADB, the Android Debug Bridge Utility

To use ADB with your Android device, you must enable a feature called "USB Debugging." Open your phone's app drawer, tap the Settings icon, and select "About Phone." Scroll all the way down and tap ...
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Oppo Reveals ColorOS 16 Release Timeline; Oppo Find X8 Series Expected to Get Android 16-Based Update First

The stable rollout of the Android 16-based user interface will likely start with the Find X8 lineup before gradually extending to the Reno 14 series and other eligible devices. Oppo Set to Release ...
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This guide will help you mirror your mobile phone screen on your desktop using ADB (Android Debug Bridge) and scrcpy. Follow the steps below to set up and run the tools.

Android device with Developer Options enabled. USB cable to connect your phone to your desktop. A computer running Windows with ADB and scrcpy installed.