SMRTR TechOct 8, 2024TechRadar

4 ways your Android phone's Play Store could change soon, if Google loses Epic appeal

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Google must open the Play Store to third-party rivals after losing a legal battle with Epic Games. The ruling requires Google to allow alternative app stores on Android, distribute them through Google Play, and permit alternative payment systems. These changes are set to take effect from November 2024 to November 2027 in the US, pending Google's appeal. The ruling aims to increase competition and choice for Android users while maintaining security measures.

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