Hence sideloading.
this post was submitted on 24 Oct 2023
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This is actually a really great method of blocking leaks lol
Nvm pre-release software which also blocks sideloading would be
That seems unethical, no? Hope EU slaps them with some fines for this BS. Same with premium early access for gaming. Consumer rights are being stripped little by little.
Edit: help me out here. Why is this controversial? Maybe I should have said "premium early play" instead of "premium early access"?
Did you read the article?
a Google spokesperson confirmed that yes, benchmark apps were blocked on Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro ahead of the public launch. The aim behind this was to “avoid” leaks, and it was Google’s intention to unblock these apps prior to general availability of its new devices.
I rarely read the article, instead skim the comments for people that mention the main points. TYFYS o7
I am sometimes guilty of the same- I mean, how dare you!!!! Take my downvote, unkind person!!!! 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬