Google Allows Third-Party App Stores on Android 17 QPR2

• Android 17 QPR2 is required to install verified third-party app stores.
• Third-party app stores now have the same privileges as the Play Store.
• Third-party app stores have been part of the Android experience since its early days.
• Users will no longer need to sideload apps to use third-party app stores.
• Google announced updated guidelines for the Registered App Stores program.