Google clarifies: Sideloading on Android remains intact

Google says that "sideloading is of fundamental importance for Android" and will not disappear. However, uncertainties remain ...

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 insists sideloading on Android will survive, but doubts remain for independent app stores

Google says sideloading will remain on Android under new developer verification rules, but concerns persist for indie app ...

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 ...

F-Droid says Google’s new sideloading restrictions will kill the project

F-Droid has been around for about 15 years and is the largest source of free and open source software (FOSS) for Android.

Google exec sets Android OS for PCs plans in motion

Move slated to occur next year is described as ‘the boldest attempt yet to challenge the Windows-macOS duopoly.’ ...

This new app pays you to use your call recordings for AI training - but is it worth it?

Free to iPhone owners via Apple's App Store and Android users at the Google Play Store, a new program called Neon - Money Talks will pay you for certain phone conversations that you share with the ...