The choice between the Android store model and Apple App Store model is a false dichotomy. I see no reason why it wouldn't be possible to combine the two - prov

The choice between the Android store model and Apple App Store model is a false dichotomy. I see no reason why it wouldn't be possible to combine the two - provide an open app store like Android, but for critical apps (email, banking, etc) have some sort of verification process. The computer industry has done a good job helping users determine if a website is secure (lock icon, yellow bar in some browsers) and I think the same can be done for the various app stores by training users to look for a lock or checkmark in the app's description.