- Google is putting together its framework for Android developer verification, connecting dev names to even sideloaded apps.
- Recent additions to the Android SDK offer a little insight into how the system may ultimately operate.
- One variable suggests that users may not be able to sideload even verified apps without an active network connection.
You can install app from Android Debug Bridge (adb). It will bypass all new restriction.
How arduous is that for non developers? Is this something a regular non-technical person can do?
Glad there is a workaround, I’m mostly curious how likely it is to be used.
Adb command line interface is a major barrier for most users. Even with GUI tools built on top of ADB that still a barrier for many users.