Android 14 may improve user safety by reducing malware attacks, here’s how

Google is expected to add several new features with its next major Android update. Android 14 will reportedly start blocking the installation of apps that target outdated versions of the operating system. This feature will help in reducing potential malware attacks on Android. According to a report by 9to5Google, the latest code change posted by Google claims that the company is expected to enforce stricter API requirements for Android 14. This change will completely block the installation of outdated apps.

How will this feature work
This new change will prevent users from sideloading certain APK files. The feature will also block app stores from installing these apps as well. The report suggests that Android 14 devices will initially block only those apps that specifically target older Android versions.