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F-Droid rolls out major redesign of its Android app store

Original: Few days ago, F-Droid got a major update and now no longer looks ancient. I thought it's a good opportunity to start the

F-Droid, the independent alternative app store for Android, has received a major update that modernises its long-dated interface. The refresh is drawing attention from open-source enthusiasts, some of whom are using the moment to promote the store, arguing Google is making it harder to run alternative app stores and urging users to install F-Droid while installation remains straightforward.

Why now: The long-awaited visual overhaul comes amid concern that Google is restricting third-party app stores on Android.

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• Few days ago, F-Droid got a major update and now no longer looks ancient. I thought it's a good opportunity to start the Android section on my self-hosting blog. Google wants to make life harder for alternative app stores, so go and install F-Droid while it's still simple. It's… · igorw@fosstodon.org · 3

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