Android 14 to block outdated apps to help reduce malware attack

Initially, Android 14 devices will only block apps that specifically target older Android versions.

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Android 14 will start blocking the installation of apps that target outdated versions of Android to help reduce the potential for malware.

According to a newly posted code change, Android 14 is set to make API requirements stricter, entirely blocking the installation of outdated apps, reports 9to5Google.