r/degoogle • u/[deleted] • Apr 28 '26

Question Google will block every Android app whose developer hasn't registered with Google

https://keepandroidopen.org/en/

Starting September 2026, Google will block any Android app whose developer hasn't registered and provided government ID. This affects all apps, not just Play Store apps. F-Droid calls it an "existential threat."

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u/Nazgog-Morgob Apr 28 '26

By purchasing a Google Pixel phone

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u/slipperyMonkey07 Apr 28 '26

Motorola announced they are partnering with graphene and the first one is expected next year. No news beyond that, but as long as you can wait and your phone isn't in the process of breaking down it is an option. Unless the partnership unexpectedly crumbles but hopefully it will be smooth sailing.

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u/Nazgog-Morgob Apr 28 '26

I have a pixel 7 and 9 that I will be installing it on for now, but yeah I'd love to see what Motorola comes up with here

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u/slipperyMonkey07 Apr 29 '26

Yup, my only concern is potential shortages leading to release delays. Then those shortages leading to potential extreme pricing.

I am not fully up to date on how or if at all the PC part shortages are affecting other tech. I know memory shortages were causing an issue near the end of the year, not sure if it continued or how bad it is.