It is actually pretty surprising that the play store is the one getting the antitrust. You’d think Apple would’ve been an easier case.
It seems Google lost because they allow other app stores, but also because they paid off other companies not to include them.
Wouldn’t be surprised to see them take the Apple route in the future and just ban them altogether to avoid additional anti-trust suits.
I don’t understand, you can pretty much install any app store on android.
Am I missing something?
As a similar comparison, Microsoft was found to be in violation of antitrust laws with internet explorer even though everyone could pretty much install any browser they wanted to on Windows.
Yooooo that’s actually awesome. If they hit Apple next that’d get even better.
The play store has some weird security items attached to it that blocks your bank or even some games if your phone is rooted. I’d love if Google was forced to drop stuff like that to retain users.
that blocks your bank or even some games if your phone is rooted
That’s your bank and those games, not Google.
The games are obviously afraid of cheating/hacking. For the bank it’s about your account’s security. Root access gives a lot of power to potentially malicious actors, it’s definitely not weird for them to not work if your phone is rooted.
Not sure exactly what you’re referring to but I don’t it has to do with Play store, but rather Play Services, and that’s on your bank, and it’s probably a good thing.
Your bank doesn’t want anyone using their apps on insecure devices. Google Play services is how they ensure your device is secure.
At least that is my understanding.
I wonder if just this exposure will lead increased numbers to alternatives. Would that be good?
