• Wispy2891@lemmy.world
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      3 hours ago

      with the new system, you must go online to check if the license for that app is still valid or revoked. But the current system works almost the same: if there’s an internet connection play protect checks the signature against an online malware db and prevents installation.

      From a couple years ago, google has the power to remotely install/uninstall any apk on your phone without your consent

    • killeronthecorner@lemmy.world
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      4 hours ago

      No, the certificate can be invalidated preventing future installations for other users. If you already have it you’re SOOL