Android 17 QPR2 is required before you can install verified third-party app stores

Automatic background app and game updates are supported ...

Google begins certifying Registered App Stores for Android, but not in the US

App stores accepted into the program will enjoy preferential treatment on the Android platform. Users of approved stores will be able to install apps with a single click, similar to the experience in ...

Android opens enrollment for program that brings one-tap sideloading for app stores

Google has announced that third-party app stores can now enroll in its Registered App Store program to simplify sideloading.
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Google to Allow One-Tap Android App Installs From Approved Third-Party Stores Outside U.S.

Google will let approved third-party Android stores offer one-tap installs and background updates outside the US, subject to ...
How-To Geek

4 safe ways to download Android apps without using the Google Play Store

To download and install an app on Android, you need to prep your device. Forgoing the Play Store bypasses Google's security ...
Android Authority

Android Automotive will be getting lots of new apps, starting next month

Google is launching its car ready mobile apps program next month. This program, announced at I/O 2024 last year, takes existing mobile apps that are large screen compatible and makes them available to ...

I saved money by replacing 6 paid subscription Android apps with open source alternatives

Create a subscription-free Android setup with these free open source gems ...