Google Play Services runs constantly in the background with system-level access and default permissions. It bypasses Android privacy controls and has unrestricted access to location, sensors, storage, ...

When you get a new phone, it is a good idea to debloat it. This means removing pre-installed stock or sponsored apps you don't want or don't plan to use. Preloaded social media apps are a great ...

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. There’s a fresh Google Play Services update headed to devices, with a few new features inbound for the Android ...

Google Play Services could soon get a new “System services” section. This section will help track updates for core Android system apps, ensuring they remain up-to-date. Over the past few years, ...

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. Google is shipping out a new System Services update, which affects general Android features that are powered ...

Google Play Services is a crucial component of the Android ecosystem, facilitating various functionalities such as location services, single sign-in, and security scans. However, it can sometimes be a ...

The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update ...

Republished on March 16th with further reports into dangerous Android apps and the release of new Android protections for millions of users. What a week for Play Store. Google has been busy with its ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Zak Doffman writes about security, surveillance and privacy. The team has found “172 targeted applications,” which include “banks, ...

If you’ve received an alert from Google Play Services to install an update but you can’t find, don’t worry: you aren’t alone. The error message warns that ...