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A legal ruling has concluded the dispute between Google and Epic Games, allowing for the implementation of third-party app stores on Android.

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Who
Google, Epic Games
What
A legal ruling has concluded the dispute between Google and Epic Games, allowing for the implementation of third-party app stores on Android.
When
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:48:07 GMT · 2h 49m ago
Where
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Why
The legal resolution permits users to download app stores directly as applications.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This ruling will enable users to download app stores directly on their Android devices, increasing app distribution options beyond Google Play.

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    A legal ruling has concluded the dispute between Google and Epic Games, allowing for the implementation of third-party app stores on Android.
  2. Technology2h 49m ago
    A legal dispute between Google and Epic Games has concluded, resulting in Google being required to allow third-party app stores on its Android platform.
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  3. Technology3h 37m ago
    Google will allow third-party app stores to be available through the Google Play Store in the US.
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