Size: 59.54 MB
Version: 2.1 and up
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It is possible to install APK files without utilizing the Android Market, although the process is more difficult and complex. To avoid the Android Market, you need to use Android SDK.
Download and install the Google Android SDK program and the Android USB drivers. The download links are as follows: http://code.google.com/android/intro/installing.html
http://dl.google.com/android/android_usb_windows.zip
You need to modify your Android’s settings to allow the installation of applications from other sources. Under “Settings,” select “Application Settings” and then enable “Unknown Sources.” Also under “Settings,” select “SD Card” and “Phone Storage,” and finally enable “Disable Use for USB Storage” This last step is easy. Open Command Prompt and type the following: adb install /.apk
It is possible to install APK files without utilizing the Android Market, although the process is more difficult and complex. To avoid the Android Market, you need to use Android SDK.
Download and install the Google Android SDK program and the Android USB drivers. The download links are as follows: http://code.google.com/android/intro/installing.html
http://dl.google.com/android/android_usb_windows.zip
You need to modify your Android’s settings to allow the installation of applications from other sources. Under “Settings,” select “Application Settings” and then enable “Unknown Sources.” Also under “Settings,” select “SD Card” and “Phone Storage,” and finally enable “Disable Use for USB Storage” This last step is easy. Open Command Prompt and type the following: adb install /.apk
However, when you type the command, replace with the path to your APK file and replace with the name of the APK file.
You’re done! Your application is now ready for your use and enjoyment.
Sideloading
Some developers are good enough to sell apps, or give away betas on their websites. An example of this is the Humble Bundle. If you want to install an Android app like this, odds are it comes as an application package, or APK. Installing that APK on your device is called “sideloading”, and it requires just a little setup.
You will have to go into your device settings and enable “Unknown Sources,” which is usually in the Security menu. After that, just put the APK on your phone’s SD card and use a file manager like Astro or AntTek to find and open it. Another option is to use Dropbox. Be aware, though, some shady people will package malware with Android APKs on the open internet.
Android users in the US have another option for installing Android apps, and that’s the Amazon Appstore. This is essentially a glorified sideloading system, so you still need to have Unknown Sources checked. Amazon’s website will send the Appstore installer to your device to make things easier. Then you can browse and install apps in the Amazon ecosystem from your phone or the Amazon website. The files downloaded from Amazon will trigger the same system-level installer used to sideload apps.
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