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Breaking: Google is easing up on Android's new sideloading restrictions! (www.androidauthority.com)
submitted 1 day ago by popcar2@programming.dev to c/technology@lemmy.world
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Google: "Based on this feedback and our ongoing conversations with the community, we are building a new advanced flow that allows experienced users to accept the risks of installing software that isn't verified. We are designing this flow specifically to resist coercion, ensuring that users aren't tricked into bypassing these safety checks while under pressure from a scammer. It will also include clear warnings to ensure users fully understand the risks involved, but ultimately, it puts the choice in their hands."

Thank god. I would've ditched Android for good if this went through, and while it sounds like it would be annoying for casual users to enable unverified apps, at least we can still install them.

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[–] the_riviera_kid@lemmy.world 5 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (1 children)

90 bucks! I almost fainted seeing a phone at a reasonable price. Thanks for the rec I think I'm gunna grab one on payday.

[–] zod000@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Yeah, and it was more like $60 at the beginning of the year before all the tariff bullshit. So, do keep in mind that the build quality isn't going to be incredible, but my daughter has been using hers for months and with no issues other than having to learn how to send texts T9-style and the GPS navigation is a little annoying to use.

[–] the_riviera_kid@lemmy.world 3 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Oh man T9! I used to do that one handed without looking back in the day I wonder if I'll still be any good at it.

[–] zod000@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 1 day ago

It's like riding a bike, you'll be on it in no time!