Survey shows most of you are still sideloading apps
… Mobile Android apps Survey shows most of you are still sideloading apps Installing apps from sources other than the Play Store is pretty popular. …
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Google is facing a $1 billion fine over Play Store and Search violations (Updated)
… For some background on the Play Store violations, Google is compelled under the DMA to allow app developers to market their products or promotions outside the Play Store, such as in a third-party app store or website. …
Survey says this is the best Play Store alternative, but Google might not agree
… But what you will find are replacements for these apps. Over a third of respondents see F-Droid as the best Play Store alternative. If you’re looking for a direct Google Play Store alternative, there’s Aurora Store . …
Third-party app stores are about to take over Google Play. Here's how to prepare
… If an unknown, sketchy pop-up ad tells you to download an app store to get a “free premium game,” run the other way . Never blanket-approve permissions: When you install a third-party store, Android will ask you to grant it “Install Unknown Apps” permission . …
Android app purchases are changing as Google Play opens up billing options
… Google is rolling out one of its biggest changes in years to Play Store purchases that could eventually give Android users more freedom over how they pay for apps and subscriptions. …
Google Cast could be coming to the iPhone as Apple's walled garden cracks further
… Most of Apple’s changes under the DMA are restricted to the EU. Still, some changes have spread globally too — either directly by Apple like allowing emulators on the App Store globally , or to comply with DMA-like regulations in non-EU countries. …
Sideloading Android apps is great — until you have to update them. Here's my fix
… However, you’d be surprised to know that some of the best Android apps are missing from the Play Store . You can find many of these apps on alternative app stores or code repositories like GitHub. Some of the apps are also available on the developer’s own websites. …
Google's July Play System brings welcome improvements to the Play Store, Wear OS and Maps
… Google says it’s tweaking the Store’s layout to show more content at once, which should mean less scrolling and fewer empty gaps while you’re browsing for apps or games. …
Google tests Play Store UI change that should help picky gamers save time
… The Google Play Store remains the beating heart of Android for Google and its users. Naturally, this app has received plenty of attention, especially for its Games tab. Now, it appears that Google is giving this section of the app another new lick of paint. …
6 things I regularly do on my Pixel that are unimaginable on an iPhone
… Wonderful free and open-source utilities I’m a fan of thoughtfully crafted apps, and that’s mostly found with indie apps this is true for both iPhone and Android . On iPhone, though, I can’t sideload apps third-party app stores aren’t available in India . …