Google to Allow One-Tap Android App Installs From Approved Third-Party Stores Outside U.S.

Google is introducing a new feature that allows approved third-party Android app stores to install apps with one tap, bypassing the usual confirmation screens. To be eligible, a store must undergo identity checks and provide Google with its full catalog of apps, as well as any new apps or updates, for malware scanning. This will enable approved stores to also update apps in the background. The feature will be available to approved stores starting December 1. The new feature is initially limited to outside the US. Approved third-party stores can apply to Google for permission to use this feature.