• Google is putting together its framework for Android developer verification, connecting dev names to even sideloaded apps.
  • Recent additions to the Android SDK offer a little insight into how the system may ultimately operate.
  • One variable suggests that users may not be able to sideload even verified apps without an active network connection.
  • fuzzzerd@programming.dev
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    1 day ago

    How arduous is that for non developers? Is this something a regular non-technical person can do?

    Glad there is a workaround, I’m mostly curious how likely it is to be used.

    • Kroko@feddit.online
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      3 hours ago

      Adb command line interface is a major barrier for most users. Even with GUI tools built on top of ADB that still a barrier for many users.