Google Claims Android App Sideloading Won't Die, But Change

Google is addressing doubts regarding the upcoming developer verification for Android app sideloading. More details here.

This fundamental Android feature is 'absolutely not' going away, says Google - but it is changing

About a month ago, Google announced that the rules around sideloading apps -- the ability to install apps from unverified developers, bypassing Google's Play Store -- onto Android devices were set to ...

Google confirms Android dev verification will have free and paid tiers, no public list of devs

Confirming app verification status will be the job of a new system component called the Android Developer Verifier, which ...

We finally know how Android's new app verification rules will actually work

Google has shed more light on how Android's app verification rules will work, which will block sideloading apps from unverified developers.
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Google’s Developer Registration Decree: A Threat to Android’s Open Future?

Google’s new developer ID rule may tighten Android security — or end its open-source freedom. Here’s what’s at stake.

Open-Source Android Apps at Risk Under Google’s New Decree

F-Droid says Google's developer registration rule could end its open-source app store and strand users. Google defends ...

I spent hours customizing Android 16 and only these changes actually mattered

Android 16's new Quick Settings panel features resizable tiles and additional elements for enhanced customization. Swipe down ...

Adobe Premiere Video Editor App for iOS Is Now Available to Download

The Adobe Premiere app for iOS is now available to download and install via the App Store. The new video editing app was first listed on September 4 for pre-order, and it was finally launched on ...