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Microsoft to Allow Direct Xbox Game Purchases and Play in Android App Following U.S. Court Ruling Against Google -
AppWizard
October 11, 2024

Microsoft to Allow Direct Xbox Game Purchases and Play in Android App Following U.S. Court Ruling Against Google –

Microsoft will enable direct purchases and gameplay of Xbox titles through its Xbox App on Android devices starting in November. This decision follows a U.S. court ruling that requires Google to allow alternative payment methods, giving developers more flexibility and potentially lowering transaction fees. The integration of direct purchases aims to enhance user experience and accessibility for gamers, allowing them to buy Xbox games directly from the app.
Microsoft Reports An Android App Vulnerability: Dirty Stream - Talk Android
AppWizard
May 6, 2024

Microsoft Reports An Android App Vulnerability: Dirty Stream – Talk Android

- Microsoft has identified a security flaw in the Android ecosystem called "Dirty Stream" - Dirty Stream exploits the content provider system in Android, allowing for manipulation of data streams - The vulnerability could enable a rogue application to overwrite files in another app's directory, potentially gaining unauthorized control and access to sensitive information - Affected apps with Dirty Stream vulnerability have amassed four billion downloads, including Xiaomi File Manager and WPS Office - Microsoft has alerted developers of vulnerable apps and fixes have been deployed to mitigate the risk - Users can protect themselves by maintaining up-to-date applications and utilizing the auto-update feature in the Google Play Store
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