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Google seems to be working on a new Advanced Protection feature to block access to Android's Developer Options menu.

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Google will require Android developer verification from 30 September 2026 in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand.

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Google is overhaulng wireless debugging in Android 17 with ADB Wi-Fi 2.0, fixing broken connections and pairing loops.

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If you need space back on your phone or tablet, removing built-in and unused apps can help free up storage and reduce screen clutter. By J. D. Biersdorfer J.D. Biersdorfer writes about how to get more ...

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