Topic: developer registration

  • Google's Sideloading Rules Threaten F-Droid's Future

    Google's Sideloading Rules Threaten F-Droid's Future

    Google is introducing a mandatory identity verification system for Android developers distributing apps outside the Play Store, which could threaten independent app stores like F-Droid. This policy will block unverified apps from installation on certified Android devices, giving Google significan...

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  • Google Reverses New Android Developer Registration Rules

    Google Reverses New Android Developer Registration Rules

    Google has reversed its planned identity verification mandate for Android developers after significant community criticism, introducing specialized account types for limited app distribution and a method for advanced users to sideload unverified apps. The original policy, requiring government ID ...

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  • Meta's New Smart Glasses Launch: How to Watch Live

    Meta's New Smart Glasses Launch: How to Watch Live

    Meta Connect, the company's annual hardware event, is expected to feature the official launch of new smart glasses and updates on AI initiatives. The event will be livestreamed through Meta's Horizon website and Facebook page, with a VR viewing option available for Meta Quest headset users. Leake...

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  • Google I/O 2026 Dates Officially Announced

    Google I/O 2026 Dates Officially Announced

    Google I/O 2026 is scheduled for May 19-20 in Mountain View, California, with a simultaneous online broadcast for global attendees. The event will focus on major advancements in artificial intelligence, particularly the Gemini ecosystem, and updates across Google's core products and platforms. Re...

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