The Play Store is meant to block malicious apps but instead 16 apps hiding malware were downloaded 20 million times.
The apps would parade as one thing on the Play Store, only to hide themselves once installed.
If your PC looks more like Times Square thanks to adware, you might have a serious problem on your hands.
There’s a simple solution – make sure you’re downloading apps from official channels.
A fake version of FaceApp won’t make you look older but will install adware on your mobile phone.
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