Google banned hundreds of apps for using ultrasonic beacons to collect user info
Researchers have found almost 234 Android applications were using this method.
Applications were using this method to know user’s location and interests
Apps used the information to create personalized ads for the user
Smartphones have become an integral part of our life our daily routines revolve around our phones.
Google have taken the step after research have revealed that hundreds of Android apps are using the ultrasonic cross-device tracking technology to collect the inaudible “beacons” that is emitted out by the advertisements.
As part of the Android Operative system, there is a restriction that blocks installing applications outside of the Google Play Store.
There is a way to allow the installation of third-party APK files without going through the Play store, though it will require some configuration on your part.
If you run an APK on your device without first enabling the feature, you will see the following on your screen.
As you can see, it says your phone is set to block apps from “unknown sources.” The “unknown sources” term means anything other than the official Play Store.
So, how do you go about overcoming this prompt and enabling the non-store apps to install on your device?
1 – Open the App on your Android device, and tap on the SETTINGS.
As the Android platform is quickly developing at a fast pace, more companies are making tools that allow developers to do almost everything easily, without the need to start from scratch.
The Evolution of development tools
With the growing demand, Android has undergone many improvements and therefore developers have tried to reduce the duration of the development lifecycles.
All businesses are looking forward to introducing solutions that cater to consumer’s requirement.
Wide range of Android tools
App Development Tools are divided into four macro-categories:
