Finally, my open-source and non-Play Store apps auto-update.

Obtaining Android apps outside of the Google Play Store can be a mixed bag. While Android offers the flexibility to install most apps, you must be cautious about where you get these files.

These open-source apps have earned a permanent spot on my Android phone, but sadly, you won’t find them on the Play Store.

The Google Play Store gets frequent updates, which is excellent news. The not-so-great news is that it can take weeks, or sometimes even longer, to get the latest iteration. The basic functionality ...