How-To Geek on MSN

The first alternative Android app store is now available in Google Play in the US

You don't have to take extra steps to use a rival app shop.
Tech Times on MSN

WhatsApp rolls out chat list thumbnails for photos and videos on Android

WhatsApp chat list thumbnail preview is rolling out to Android beta users on version 2.26.32.11, showing small photos, videos ...

The first rival Android app store just arrived in the US Play Store

Following the latest twist in Google’s legal battles with Epic, US Android users are now able to open Google’s Play Store and download a third-party digital store with its own selection of apps.

Android’s biggest store-within-a-store shakeup starts next week

Google will host third-party app stores in the US Play Store starting July 22, following its withdrawal from the Epic Games ...
The Verge

Google isn’t waiting for a settlement — the 30 percent Android app store fee is dead

Everything we know about the huge Google app store changes. Everything we know about the huge Google app store changes. is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, ...
Android Police

Android 16's first beta is here with major tablet improvements and iOS-like Live Updates

The best source for Android OS news. Co-host on the Android Faithful podcast. The wait is finally over: the beta program for Android 16 is now open! Google just released Android 16 Beta 1, the first ...
TechCrunch

Amazon is shutting down its app store on Android

Amazon will discontinue its app store for Android on August 20 this year. The company sent a notice to developers indicating that they will no longer be able to submit new apps to the store. The ...