In Android 12, Google will change the way we use app stores

Epic Games is trying to create a real revolution in the app market and its stores, not only at Apple but also at Google. The latter has had less visibility, mainly because there are alternatives to be used on Android.

This openness is one of the principles of the Google system and one that users like the most. It makes it possible to have applications from external sources and even stores from other entities, not always from reliable or secure sources. Google will change this scenario in Android 12 Google will change the way we use app stores.

All Android users know how easy it is to use an app store outside of Google.  The brand does not recommend its use, but it does allow it, in some cases even being factory installed by the smartphone manufacturers themselves.
A radical change from Google in Android 12
To change this scenario and even simplify the installation process of these stores, Google will change a lot in Android 12. Of course, for this, it will be necessary to guarantee the security of the system, preventing these external sources from bringing malicious applications, malware and others.  problems.

In response to feedback, we will make changes to Android 12 to make it even easier for people to use other app stores on their devices, taking care not to compromise current security measures.

With this change, Google wants to keep the open source nature of Android and further increase user choice.  This is one of the cornerstones of this system over the years.

New rules for purchases in the app store
In addition to this change, Google has also tightened its rules for in-app purchases.  Now they have to do it through the Play Store, contrary to what some, like Spotify or Fortnite, do not do now.
The research giant reveals that these are a small number of apps and that it will reinforce this requirement.  In fact, what it is doing is only reinforcing its enforcement, since this obligation already exists in current regulations.
To achieve this commitment, Google offers Android users the ability to use their favorite app stores.  At the same time, it guarantees the much desired and important security that smartphones should have.