Google Confirms Non-ADB APK Installs Will Require Developer Registration

After the news cycle recently exploded with the announcement that Google would require every single Android app to be from a registered and verified developer, while killing third-party app stores …

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The only advantage Android has over iOS is being able to install [any] software.

I was able to set custom APN settings on my Pixel to bypass the tethering block that MetroPCS puts on their cheapest plan.

There is nothing in iOS that lets you do that.

I also can’t run WiFi scanners on iOS.

And Android will still have ADB sideloading. On iOS I have to run shit like Sideloadly to re-sign applications every 7 days.

If you’re a true Android fan, there is still a lot to keep you on the platform.

Literally all of this is being able to run whatever software you want

I was able to set custom APN settings on my Pixel

What custom software is this?

It’s built-in.
Yes, I’m just trying to point that out to the above person.