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Apple asking judge stop iOS, App Store from being labeled 'essential facility'

As the Epic Games v Apple case starts to wind down, Apple has filed a motion requesting an early denial of the claim that iOS is an "essential facility."

William Gallagher 5 years ago 9

Phil Schiller testifies about Apple data collection, App Store favoritism

Apple Fellow Phil Schiller took the stand for the second day in a row in the Epic Games v. Apple trial, revealing details ranging from data collection to an influencer program for Apple Arcade.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 12

Cook preparing for Epic trial testimony, practicing with former prosecutors

As the trial of Epic Games vs Apple enters its third and final week, Apple CEO Tim Cook is reportedly spending hours per day practicing his testimony with prior trial attorneys.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 17

Epic Games expert says iOS could be like macOS without security drawbacks

An Epic Games expert witness laid the groundwork for an argument that Apple could make iOS more like macOS in terms of app distribution and third-party access without suffering in security.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 77

Roblox rebrands as 'experience' creation platform amid Epic Games v. Apple trial

Roblox now defines itself as a massively popular "experience" creation tool, rather than gaming platform, after the distinction came up in the ongoing Epic Games v. Apple trial.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 4

Spotify, Tile, Tinder App Store complaints are solely business grievances, Apple says

Apple has told the Senate Judiciary Committee that complaints alleging that the App Store is anticompetitive, are based solely in business grievances.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 21

Apple, Epic Games experts debate whether iOS gamers switch to other platforms

Apple and Epic expert witnesses are butting heads on whether iOS users are locked into the platform amid other choices on the market, such as game consoles or the web.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 19

Apple again calls for dismissal of $800 million coronavirus app suit

Apple lawyers are continuing to press for dismissal of an App Store lawsuit regarding the Coronavirus Reporter app, claiming the developer is "cobbling together" allegations.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 1

Epic Games witnesses criticize App Store anti-steering provisions

Two expert witnesses in the Epic Games v. Apple trial on Tuesday argued that Apple's App Store anti-steering provisions make it difficult for iPhone owners to know they can use some apps on other devices.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 34

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