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Are there any cases where this has happened with Android? I use side-loading extensively and consider it essential, but have never had it imposed.
by rpdillon 5y ago
Are there any cases where this has happened with Android? I use side-loading extensively and consider it essential, but have never had it imposed.
- setpatchaddress 5y agoThe document is actually worth a read. I don’t think the parent poster is accurately representing Apple’s position.
- rpdillon 5y agoPage 26, paragraph 3 seems to make exactly the claim GP made. But you're correct, I haven't read all of the 28 pages of Apple's argument here. From what I have read, they don't seem to be discussing potential benefits that come from sideloading, only costs. > Even users who decide they don’t want to sideload, and prefer to download apps only from the App Store, would end up being harmed. They could be forced to sideload an app they need for work, for school, or for social inclusion if it is not made available on the App Store. Furthermore, cybercriminals and hackers may trick users into unknowingly sideloading an app by mimicking the appearance of the App Store, or by touting free or expanded access to services or exclusive features.
- Hamuko 5y agoEpic already tried it once by not offering Fortnite in the Play Store, instead making directions on how to sideload APKs on Android. I guess it didn't work that well since they went on the Play Store anyways and then sued Google for making their life so hard.