Android lets you ditch the Play Store. But should you really do that? I tried it for a week so you don't have to.

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Republished on March 16th with further reports into dangerous Android apps and the release of new Android protections for millions of users. What a week for Play Store. Google has been busy with its ...

Google is reducing Play Store service fees and allowing developers to offer alternative payment systems or direct users to ...

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You've become so dependent on mobile technology that it's close to impossible to go through your day without using at least a single app on your phone or tablet. You need your messaging app to stay in ...

Google has reportedly started rolling out its new age verification requirements for the Play Store. Failure to prove you are 18 or older could lead to disruptions in ...

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