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US judge forces Google to let third-party app stores on the Play Store

Last updated: October 9, 2024 8:05 pm
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Google Ordered to Allow Third-Party Android App Stores on Google Play Store

Android users have long enjoyed the ability to side-load apps on their phones, a feature not available to iPhone users. However, a recent antitrust case against Google in the United States has resulted in a significant ruling. US federal judge James Donato has issued an injunction that will require Google to allow third-party companies like Epic Games and Amazon to distribute their own Android app stores on the Google Play Store, without the need for sideloading.

This decision marks a major shift in Google’s policies, as it currently prohibits the distribution of app stores within the Play Store. The ruling will enable companies like Epic Games and Amazon to offer their own app stores on the platform, allowing users to download and install apps outside of Google’s ecosystem. The injunction also prevents Google from mandating that app developers sell in-app purchases exclusively through the Play Store.

In addition to the app store integration, the injunction also addresses Google’s relationships with phone makers and carriers. For a three-year period starting on November 1st, Google will be prohibited from forcing manufacturers or carriers to pre-install the Play Store in order to access other Google services such as Search and Gmail. This move aims to create a more level playing field for competitors in the app space.

Google has expressed its intention to appeal the injunction, which may delay its enforcement beyond the November 1st deadline. The tech giant’s control over the Android platform is facing increased scrutiny, with regulatory actions in the European Union and discussions within the United States Department of Justice about potential structural changes.

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While the likelihood of significant regulatory action remains uncertain, it is evident that Google’s approach to the Android ecosystem is under intense scrutiny. The outcome of these developments will have far-reaching implications for the market and the billions of Android users worldwide.

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