Developers can now submit claims to get part of $100M App Store settlement

Small App Store developers can now apply to get their portion of a settlement originating from a class action lawsuit levied at Apple by app makers in 2019.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 2

'Wordle' clones further illustrate the curation problem in the App Store

Clones of popular word-guessing game "Wordle" are flooding the App Store, including one that steals the name and hijacks the intent of the original with in-app subscriptions. It's in Apple's best interest to take them down.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 11

Apple's December 2021 in Review: Cartoon 'Ted Lasso,' and worms in Foxconn workers' meals

You've been around Apple for a long time, so you know to expect bugs, but probably not worms. It's fair to say that Apple's December 2021 contained some ups and downs.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 0

App Store version of Xcode 13.2 causing problems for developers

A bug in the Mac App Store version of Xcode 13.2 is causing problems for developers, who are reporting package errors and issues with compiling projects.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 7

Developers now have new App Store page optimization & customization features

Apple has announced two new App Store product page features aimed at helping developers create more effective app listings.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 0

Apple unveils the winning apps and games in its App Store Awards 2021

Ranging from weather reports, through video editing, and on to games, Apple has announced the 15 winners of its annual App Store Awards.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 0

Apple issues fourth developer beta of macOS Monterey 12.1

Apple has moved on to its fourth round of testing for macOS Monterey 12.1, with developer beta testers able to try out the next build of the operating system.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 1

Apple's $100M settlement with developers gets preliminary approval

Apple's proposed $100 million payment to settle a lawsuit brought against the company by App Store developers has received preliminary approval from the judge presiding over the case.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 4

Apple quietly buying app ads that funnel users to the App Store, developers claim [u]

Apple is said to be quietly buying Google search ads for high-value apps on the App Store — and some developers are concerned that it's hurting their revenue.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 36

Developers can continue submitting apps over Christmas, book publishers cannot

Apple has dropped its usual closing down of the App Store review teams over the holidays, though it warns processes will be slow, and Apple Books remain shut.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 0

Developers get day in court over 'tyrannical greed' of Apple's App Store

App developers arguing that Apple hundreds of thousands of hours work are being discarded by Apple "exploiting its market power" with the App Store.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 40

Apple's $100M settlement with developers likely headed for approval

Apple's proposed $100 settlement with developers, which includes a loosening of App Store "anti-steering" provisions, is poised to be approved by the judge in the case.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 3

Apple developer guideline update slightly loosens anti-steering provision

Apple has made three changes to its App Store developer guidelines, including the removal of a restriction prohibiting the use of contact data to advertise outside purchase options.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 1

Apple launches 'Tech Talks,' new sessions and workshops for developers

Apple has unveiled "Tech Talks 2021," around two months of online workshops, individual sessions, and group discussions, aimed at helping developers make the most of the company's latest technologies.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 0

New App Store analytics provide developers deeper insight into app engagement

Developers can now access a slew of new App Store metrics to keep closer tabs on app performance, gauge customer interest and more.

AppleInsider Staff 4 years ago 4

Load More