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Tumblr adds a sensitive content filter to its iOS app
It's trying to give users what they want while adhering to App Store rules.
Apple will allow third-party payments for apps in South Korea
Apple will soon allow developers to use alternative payment systems for their apps in South Korea to comply with the country's new law.
Tumblr blocks tags for 'sensitive content' in order to stay on the App Store
Tumblr has restricted what its users can see on its iOS app in an effort to make sure it doesn't get kicked out of Apple's App Store again.
Apple gets last-minute delay in complying with App Store changes after Epic lawsuit
A judge previously ordered Apple to let developers direct users to alternative payment methods.
Apple takes Russia to court over App Store ruling
Apple wants a judicial review of a Russian ruling letting App Store developers tell customers about alternative payment systems.
Apple Podcasts app ratings flip after the company starts prompting users
The Apple Podcasts app's review score surged after iOS began prompting users for reviews — but many are reviewing shows, not the app.
Twitch now allows recurring subscriptions on iOS
It’s a change the company says it’s making based on user feedback.
Court rules that Apple can't push back ordered App Store payment changes
Apple has failed to convince a federal judge to delay a court-ordered change that would allow app developers to link out to alternative payment methods.
Netflix will supposedly make iOS games available through the App Store
Netflix is said to be releasing its games on iOS, but through the App Store — the main app will only serve as a gateway.
Apple lets devs promote in-app events on the App Store
Apple today will start letting developers highlight their in-app events on the App Store
Regulator orders Apple, Google to hand over app store payment system data
A federal consumer bureau has ordered Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google and others to hand over payment system data to investigate their practices.
Apple says apps must offer a way to delete your account starting in early 2022
Users in some countries have another way to report issues with apps too.
Apple makes it easier to report bad apps and scams
Following reports that revealed that a significant percentage of top App Store apps were scams, Apple is allowing users to report such behavior.
Apple finally lets you rate its apps on the App Store
Apple now lets you rate its own apps on the App Store, treating them as equals to third-party rivals.
Apple won't let 'Fortnite' back on the App Store until all court appeals are exhausted
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney said the process could last another five years.
Epic appeals ruling in lawsuit against Apple over App Store rules
Epic has appealed a ruling in a lawsuit against Apple that still left the 'Fortnite' developer paying damages.
Judge issues permanent injunction on App Store model in Epic v. Apple case
However, the court ruled that Apple does not hold an App Store monopoly.
Apple will allow some media apps to link outside the App Store for payments
Apple will allow 'reader apps' to link outside the App Store starting in early 2022.
South Korea will force Google and Apple to allow third-party payments
The law could have global ramifications as regulators wrestle with how to keep app store markets open.
Apple changes key App Store rules in response to class action lawsuit from developers
Apple has agreed to change several rules that govern its App Store as part of a settlement with developers who filed a class action lawsuit against the company.