There are a couple of threads on how to install Android on Kobo Glo. For dual-boot, go with this one.
First off, you'll need an 8GB microSD card. After installing the scripts mentioned in the thread, a full system backup will be done on first boot. Takes about 10-15 minutes. Copy off the created img file for safekeeping. Then use Flash Drive Image Writer to write the Android image to the microSD card. The thread is mainly for Kobo Aura HD, but if you scroll down to the comments section, you'll find specific files for the Kobo Glo.Power on the Glo and keep the backlight button pressed until you see the LED light flash red. The device will now boot Android from the external microSD card. Boot normally, and you'll go straight to Nickel.
To install apps, get them directly from APK Downloader. No need to log in to your Google account or go to the Play Store. For my purposes, I installed the following:
QuickPic to repurpose the Glo as a digital photo frame
Weather Neue for weather forecast
Display Brightness to turn off the backlight, which is on by default
In ebook mode, the Glo lasts for weeks. Unfortunately, not so when it's in Android mode.
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