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Third-Party App Stores Are Finally Coming to Google Play

Lifehacker • Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Starting July 22, you'll be able to download third-party app marketplaces from the Play Store.

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Starting July 22, you'll be able to download third-party app marketplaces from the Play Store.

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Starting July 22, you'll be able to download third-party app marketplaces from the Play Store.

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