'keep Android Open' Movement Fights Back Against Google Sideloading Restrictions
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The 'Keep Android Open' movement is fighting against Google's restrictions on sideloading apps, with the community showing support for maintaining Android's openness. The discussion revolves around the balance between security and user freedom.
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ChrisArchitect
2 months ago
[dupe] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45742488
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