Google to add extra layer of protection when installing sketchy apps (APK teardown) ( www.androidauthority.com )
TL;DR
- Google is adding an additional layer of security when installing an APK or updating an app through an APK.
- A PIN or biometric authentication will now be required in certain cases.
- This will be the case for APKs that Google thinks are malicious or didn’t come from the Play Store.
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