Open-Source Android Apps at Risk Under Google’s New Decree

F-Droid says Google's developer registration rule could end its open-source app store and strand users. Google defends ...

Google is quietly testing a better app launch shortcut for the Pixel Launcher

Thanks to a small tweak, searching for an app with the Pixel Launcher search bar is getting a lot easier. Here's what's ...
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Google’s New Developer Rules Threaten to End the F-Droid Open-Source App Store

If you’re the type of Android user who values privacy and open-source software, you’re probably familiar with F-Droid. It’s ...
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Pixel Launcher search bringing back ability to quickly open apps

Google might restore a useful Pixel Launcher shortcut that lets you type the name of an app and quickly open it from the keyboard.

Google insists sideloading on Android will survive, but doubts remain for independent app stores

Google says sideloading will remain on Android under new developer verification rules, but concerns persist for indie app ...
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I switched from Google Keep to this open-source app, and I am not going back

G oogle Keep has been my go-to to-do app for almost a decade now. However, among the many excellent Google Keep features, I've relied on location-based reminders the most. Google has decided to kill ...

I finally replaced Google Keep with this open source note-taking app and it's been a game-changer

There is no shortage of Google Keep alternatives out there. I tried Bundled Notes, but its lack of a native desktop app ...

F-Droid Warns Google's New Rules Could Kill Sideloading Apps On Android

F-Droid, a long running repository and third-party app store, is sounding the alarm over Google's new developer requirements.

Google’s Smart Home Comeback Starts Now: New Hardware Drops With Gemini Running The Show

The long awaited Google smart home revival is finally upon us, with the tech giant unveiling a bunch of new devices, all built with Gemini AI smarts powering the show. It has, as was widely expected, ...