Google Declares War on “Unauthorized” Apps

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Published on November 7, 2023 7:48:24 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrYiJNH3hq0

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Uh oh - Google is expanding its controversial "Web Integrity" initiative to Android, and this could spell disaster for popular third party media apps. Web Integrity initially launched as a Chrome browser extension to detect and disable modified YouTube clients like Vanced.

Now, Google is baking the same technology directly into Android 13 under a new API. This would allow Google to remotely disable any apps deemed non-compliant, including alternative YouTube, TikTok, Twitter, and Spotify clients.

The API is currently optional, but there are fears Google could make it mandatory in the future. This has chilling implications for Android's open ecosystem. Critics argue Google is overreaching to gain more control over the apps Android users install and run.

But Google claims Web Integrity is necessary to stop "unauthorized" apps from violating its services' terms. If you enjoy alternative clients like Vanced or NewPipe, this upcoming Android API could shatter that permanently.

We'll be keeping a close eye on Web Integrity's Android implementation and how it impacts third party developers. Make sure to subscribe for more updates as this critical story develops!