Analysis: Google introduces a new way for users to sideload Android apps that still prote…

Google is making Android sideloading easier with a new advanced setting that lets users disable app verification after a multi-step security process. After settling its lengthy antitrust battle over the Android app ecosystem earlier this month, Google said Thursday it will make it easier to install Android apps from outside the Play Store. The company shared new details about an “advanced flow” setting that will allow Android device owners to turn off a verification requirement, whi…

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