An Android app store competitor is available in the Play Store

A competitor to Google's app store, Aptoide Games, is now available in the Play Store.

Following Epic loss, Google has started hosting rival app stores in the Play Store

Forcing Google to distribute third-party app stores in Google Play was one of several remedies imposed by Judge James Donato after Epic emerged victorious in 2023. The remedies also included lowering ...
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Google Play Store starts distributing third-party Android app stores – here’s how it works [Gallery]

Google has opened the floodgates, with third-party app stores on Android now showing up in the Play Store in the US.
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5 Android app stores you should use instead of the Google Play Store

While sideloading might be a bit harder in 2026 than in the past, it still remains one of the most distinctive features of Android compared to more locked-down platforms like iOS. This not only lets ...

5 free useful alternatives to paid Android apps

Android apps can be helpful with just about every aspect of your digital life, but subscription fees can pile up quick if you ...
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6 Free Android TV Apps You Need To Install Before Google Removes Sideloading

One feature that makes Android so special is the freedom to sideload APK (Android Package Kit) files, letting you install compatible apps outside the Play Store. The good news is that sideloading ...