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Google to allow third-party app stores on Android in US next week

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Google is set to allow third-party app stores on Android devices in the US starting July 22nd. This move, part of a settlement with Epic Games following a legal battle, will enable these external stores to access Google's Play Catalog of apps. While downloads will still be processed through Google Play and subject to its service fees, third-party stores will need to pay an onboarding fee and annual access fee for security review. This change aims to increase app store choice and foster competition within the Android ecosystem. AI

RANK_REASON Regulatory action stemming from a legal settlement impacting a major platform's app distribution policy. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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Google to allow third-party app stores on Android in US next week

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Mariella Moon) ·

    Google will allow third-party app stores on Android next week

    Third-party app stores are coming to Android on July 22.

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