Google's upcoming requirements to verify app developers threaten to 'end the F-Droid project and other free/open-source app ...

F-Droid says Google's developer registration rule could end its open-source app store and strand users. Google defends ...

Google has yet to release the source code for Android 16 QPR1, sparking fears about the company's commitment to AOSP.

If you’re the type of Android user who values privacy and open-source software, you’re probably familiar with F-Droid. It’s ...

F-Droid has been around for about 15 years and is the largest source of free and open source software (FOSS) for Android.

Google has officially released the Android 16 source code, allowing developers to build their own versions of the operating system. Major smartphone manufacturers like Samsung have already had ...

F-Droid is warning that the project could reach an end due to Google's new requirements for all Android developers to verify ...

The creators of the alternative app store F-Droid say that the new developer review rules would make Google the gatekeeper ...

Ben Khalesi covers the intersection of artificial intelligence and everyday tech at Android Police. With a background in AI and data science, he enjoys making technical topics approachable for those ...

Android and open source are closely intertwined. In fact, most open-source fans I know also use Android. Coincidence? I think not. One nice thing about Android is that the Google Play Store has lots ...