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App Store changes coming in iOS 17.4 to the EU don't blow the walls off of the garden

There are three major limitations on Apple's App Store concessions in the European Union that limit what third parties can offer for App Stores, and what consumers can load. Here's what they are.

Mike Wuerthele 2 years ago 10

Epic's Tim Sweeney is mad about Apple's EU App Store concessions

The App Store policy changes that are coming in iOS 17.4 aren't enough for Epic's Tim Sweeney, with him firing back at Apple for implementing an "anticompetitive scheme rife with junk fees."

Mike Wuerthele 2 years ago 39

Apple is correcting its terrible approval requirements for game streaming apps in iOS 17.4

Worldwide, starting in iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4, Apple will allow developers to stream games under a single app rather than submitting each game under the streaming umbrella to content review.

Amber Neely 2 years ago 2

Spotify will introduce in-app purchases on iPhone when EU law takes effect

Apple Music rival Spotify says it will give iPhone users in Europe the ability to buy subscriptions within its app, as soon as the Digital Markets Act forces Apple to allow it in the App Store.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 1

Apple asks UK to dismiss $1 billion App Store class action suit

A UK tribunal is considering a bid by Apple to have a $1 billion lawsuit over App Store fees be dismissed on the grounds that the case's argument is "unsustainable."

William Gallagher 2 years ago 4

Apple still plans to charge developers for sideloading apps in EU

If a new report is correct, Apple still plans on doing some form of iPhone app review and charge developers for sideloaded apps in the European Union, but the details aren't fully clear.

Mike Wuerthele 2 years ago 16

Apple pays out nearly $13.7 million to Russia in anti-steering App Store lawsuit

Apple has paid Russia a fine of more than $13 million after the company was found guilty of anticompetitive practices regarding its App Store payment system.

Amber Neely 2 years ago 8

How to turn off in-app rating requests in iOS 17

Developers often seek ratings to enhance their apps, but it's annoying when a review request pops up immediately. Here's how to disable in-app rating requests.

Andrew Orr 2 years ago 3

Apple bills Epic Games $73 million in legal costs

Following the end of the Epic Games vs Apple case, the "Fortnite" developer will be required to pay Apple over $73 million in legal fees.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 16

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