Alternative app marketplaces won't work outside of the EU

A combination of on-device geolocation checks and Apple ID restrictions stop alternative app marketplaces from working outside of the EU — even preventing app updates.

Wesley Hilliard 2 years ago 18

Apple support staff warned to avoid side-loading speculation

Apple has warned its support staff to avoid talking to customers about the possibility of side-loading and third-party app storefronts arriving in non-EU countries.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 3

Spotify, Epic complain again that Apple won't be in compliance with the DMA

Spotify, Epic, Proton, and dozens of others have signed a letter to the European Commission, demanding the agency look into Apple's lack of compliance with the Digital Markets Act.

Amber Neely 2 years ago 20

EU officials are not happy with how Apple is handling Progressive Web Apps

Some European lawmakers allege that Apple is shirking its responsibility to comply with the Digital Markets Act by removing Progressive Web Apps — and are preparing to launch an investigation.

Amber Neely 2 years ago 34

A bug briefly makes Apple's own App Store less convenient in EU [u]

In a bug in the iOS 17.4 beta, EU users face an extra security step when buying from Apple's App Store, to give them the same hurdle facing those who buy from the new rival stores.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 7

App Review's sudden enforcement of an in-app gift rule catches a meditation app off guard

Insight Timer is a popular meditation app that allows students to tip teachers directly, but an App Review mistake that took over a year to catch has forced the developer to adopt in-app purchases and pay Apple's 30% commission.

Wesley Hilliard 2 years ago 3

Apple defends its controversial EU App Store plans

Responding to accusations that it has made minimal effort to allow third-party App Stores in EU, Apple says it focused expressly on complying with the region's new laws while protecting users security.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 26

Apple brings live scores to new Apple Sports app

Apple has announced the release of a new, free Apple Sports app for iOS, which displays real-time scores and statistics for MLS, NBA and more.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 10

Fake crypto app on the App Store has stolen thousands of dollars already [u]

An app purporting to be for the Rabby Wallet crypto service, is the latest failure for Apple's App Store review team.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 5

Microsoft's gaming CEO doesn't think iOS is open enough for Xbox gaming

In a new interview, Microsoft's Phil Spencer discusses how Microsoft is bringing its Xbox titles to new platforms — but he doesn't think they'll find a home on iOS.

Amber Neely 2 years ago 21

Apple and Meta's latest fight is over social media boosted post fees on iPhone

Meta's suggesting that users should purchase boosted posts outside of the App Store in order to avoid a 30% fee has drawn Apple's ire with it now accusing Meta of attempting to evade fees it knew was coming for over a year.

Amber Neely 2 years ago 11

Apple Vision Pro now has 1,000 native apps on the visionOS App Store

Developers had little chance to develop apps with Apple Vision Pro hardware before its February 2 launch, resulting in a slow native app rollout of about 11 days to reach 1,000 total.

Wesley Hilliard 2 years ago 7

A movie piracy app snuck onto the App Store in 2023 and Apple only just killed it

Apple needs to tighten its App Store review process because a movie piracy app disguised as a vision tester existed on it for months without detection, despite Apple's emphasis on security.

Amber Neely 2 years ago 3

How Russian banks use trojan horse apps to stay in Apple's App Store

Sanctioned banks in Russia are getting around Apple's App Store Review process to stay in the App Store. Here's how they're doing it.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 5

EU developers can begin testing app marketplaces and apps that won't be distributed in the App Store

Apple's controversial plans for complying with the EU's Digital Markets Act are being implemented, and now developers can submit alternative app stores and external apps via App Store Connect.

Wesley Hilliard 2 years ago 1

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