To be clear, developers will have the same freedom to distribute their apps directly to users through sideloading or to use any app store they prefer.

They’re fucking with us

https://android-developers.googleblog.com/2025/08/elevating-android-security.html

Think of it like an ID check at the airport, which confirms a traveler’s identity but is separate from the security screening of their bags

😐

https://android-developers.googleblog.com/2025/08/elevating-android-security.html