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Opening my weather app this morning I was greeted by this warning:

Google has announced that, starting in 2026/2027, all apps on certified Android devices will require the developer to submit personal identity details directly to Google. Since the developers of this app do not agree to this requirement, this app will no longer work on certified Android devices after that time.

It's the first time I hear about this, seems to be about:

Tech crunch article from august, "google will require developer verification for android apps outside the play store"

Cirrus app: Github

Was this a big thing I somehow missed? I hope more devs will follow suit.

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[–] polle@feddit.org 3 points 13 hours ago (1 children)

You have an android tv and not smarttube? Your youtube experience will increase ALOT.

[–] HugeNerd@lemmy.ca -4 points 12 hours ago (2 children)

A lot. Two words. You don't write alittle, do you?

[–] polle@feddit.org 2 points 11 hours ago (1 children)

I am dyslexic and not a native speaker, but thanks for the correction! The example with a alittle is actually a good one. If you loose the unfriendly vibe, your comment would be more appreciated.

[–] Valmond@lemmy.world 2 points 12 hours ago (1 children)

What a Huge Nerd thing to say.

[–] HugeNerd@lemmy.ca 2 points 12 hours ago