This Google Play Store alternative is my first stop for Android apps now – here’s why

The third-party Android app store called F-Droid has been completely overhauled and I urge you to give it a try.

Here's how readers sideload APKs on their Android phones in 2026

According to a new reader poll, the majority of respondents still rely on the simplest method to install APKs outside the ...
XDA Developers

4 Android app stores I always use instead of the Google Play Store

Anurag is an experienced journalist and author who’s been covering tech for the past 5 years, with a focus on Windows, Android, and Apple. He’s written for sites like Android Police, Neowin, Dexerto, ...
SlashGear

How To Download Older Versions Of Android Apps (And Risks To Keep In Mind)

There are both pros and cons of Android and iOS, but Android generally fares better when it comes to freedom of choice. Google's mobile OS is known for its customizability options, like replacing the ...