As Android developer verification gets ready to go, a new reason to be worried
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- #Sideloading
- #Developer Verification
- #Android
- Google is implementing Android developer verification, linking developer names to sideloaded apps.
- New Android SDK variables hint at potential restrictions, including requiring an active network connection for sideloading verified apps.
- Developer verification may block installations from unverified sources, with exceptions like using ADB for sideloading.
- Concerns arise over scenarios without network access or ADB, though these may be rare.
- The system aims to combat malware by potentially blacklisting problematic developers.
- Implementation details are still emerging, with the policy not affecting users for another year.