Google starts blocking uncertified Android devices from using its core apps, will allow exceptions for custom ROMs (Ryne Hager/Android Police)

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Ryne Hager / Android Police:
Google starts blocking uncertified Android devices from using its core apps, will allow exceptions for custom ROMs  —  Google has always controlled which devices ship with its proprietary GApps—a package that includes such necessities as the Play Store and Google Play Services.