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TikTok might be going around Apple's in-app purchase rules for its coins
TikTok has apparently added in-app coin purchase options for some users, going against Apple's policies.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage finally arrives on June 6 for iPhone and iPad
The newest Assassin’s Creed game will soon arrive on iPhone and iPad. Assassin’s Creed Mirage, the 2023 installment that takes you to ninth-century Baghdad, will be available on June 6 for the iPhone 15 Pro series and iPads with an M-series chip.
An iPad version of the Delta game emulator is officially on the way
Developer Riley Testut shared an update on Threads this weekend revealing that an iPad app for the Delta emulator has been in the works and is "near completion." The emulator supports a slew of Nintendo systems.
Nintendo emulator Delta hits the iOS App Store, no sideloading required
Delta (a successor to GBA4iOS) is one of the best-known Nintendo emulators on iOS. Now, you can download Delta for free from the App Store without having to sideload it.
Apple claims Epic is trying to ‘micromanage’ its business operations in a new court filing
Apple is asking a California judge to reject Epic’s request to hold the company in contempt for allegedly violating a 2021 injunction relating to its App Store practices. Apple maintains that it has complied with the injunction.
Journaling app Palmsy offers fake likes from real friends
An oddball new app called Palmsy lets you post to a social media network full of adoring followers who only exist in your imagination.
Apple will allow iOS apps to be distributed on websites in the EU
Apple will soon allow developers who meet certain criteria let iOS users in the EU download their apps from the web. The company has made some major App Store changes to comply with new rules in the bloc.
Apple reinstates Epic's developer account two days after banning it
Apple has backtracked on its decision to ban Epic Games' developer account. The reversal means that Epic will be able to bring its own app store to iPhones and iPads in the EU, in turn letting the company bring Fortnite back those devices in the bloc.
EU regulators probe Apple's latest Epic Games takedown
The EU will question Apple over the legitimacy of its decision to ban Epic Games' developer account. It's the latest in a series of clashes between the two tech companies.
EU fines Apple nearly $2 billion for 'blocking' alternative music apps
The EU has fined Apple €1.8 billion in response to a years-long investigation into the company's App Store practices. The Commission found Apple banned app developers from sharing information that might cost Apple money or users.
The EU is reportedly set to hit Apple with a $539 million fine in antitrust probe
Apple may be fined $539 million (500 million euros) and hit with a ban from the EU on alleged anti-competitive App Store practices, stemming from a complaint filed by Spotify in 2019. FT reports that the European Commission will announce its decision next month.
A piracy app outranked Netflix on the App Store before Apple pulled it
Kimi was disguised as an app that tests your eyesight by making you play spot the difference in similar photos, but it actually contained bootlegged movies and shows.
Apple's rivals aren't happy about its EU App Store changes
Apple has laid down the rules for opening a competing app store. It's not pleased too many of its rivals.
Apple details how third-party app stores and payments will work in Europe
Apple is making major changes to the App Store and other core parts of iOS in Europe in response to new European Union laws.
Apple lets apps feature streaming games, chatbots and other built-in experiences
Apple says it will let apps feature streaming games, chatbots and other built-in experiences
Apple reportedly plans to charge developers if they offer sideloaded apps
As new European tech regulations are set to take effect in the coming weeks, Apple is preparing for a future where it will be required to allow users to download apps from sources outside of its App Store.
Apple updates US App Store guidelines allowing developers to link to third-party payments
Apple will allow U.S. developers to link to outside websites for in-app purchases, according to the company’s updated developer guidelines.
ChatGPT maker OpenAI launches GPT Store and a subscription tier for teams
OpenAI rolled out a store for custom GPTs and a new small business ChatGPT subscription tier on Wednesday. The GPT Store gives developers and users alike the chance to share and profit from their custom versions of the viral chatbot.
Apple is testing App Store discount packages so developers can pull users into more subscriptions
Apple has begun piloting an App Store feature called contingent pricing that will let developers offer cheaper subscriptions to customers based on the other subscriptions they already hold. The company says it's meant to help developers "attract and retain subscribers."
Epic loses bid to make Apple change its App Store payment rules right now
Apple doesn't have to let third-party developers direct iOS users to alternative payment systems just yet. The Supreme Court rejected a request from Epic Games to enforce an injunction over App Store payment rules.