Obtaining Android apps outside of the Google Play Store can be a mixed bag. While Android offers the flexibility to install most apps, you must be cautious about where you get these files.

The original article continues below if you want to see what the state of the Play Store and third-party alternatives was in the early days. There are a few hundred thousand apps available for ...

The Google Play Store has over 3.5 million apps to choose from, and the numbers keep growing. In an app-hungry world like ours, this can seem a little intimidating. Many apps do the same thing or try ...

Downloading additional apps for use with your Chromecast device can expand the device's wireless sharing capabilities. The Chromecast service makes use of custom-tailored Android apps, and you can ...

Shelby Brown (she/her/hers) is an editor for CNET's services team. She covers tips and tricks for apps, operating systems and devices, as well as mobile gaming and Apple Arcade news. Shelby also ...

Android Auto's popularity is on the rise, with Google's statistics indicating the app will soon be available in over 200 million vehicles. As such, it's no surprise that Android Auto has become a ...

As technology continues to evolve, it seems like all of our devices are getting smarter, and cars are no exception. Android Auto is an important example of innovation in this field, making it possible ...

Want to run mobile apps in Windows? Here's how to install the Amazon Appstore and download Android apps on your Windows 11 PC. If you want to run Android apps in Windows, you must install the Windows ...