Apple has threatened to remove crowdfunding app Patreon from the App Store if creators continue to use unsupported third-party billing options or disable transactions on iOS, instead of using Apple’s own in-app purchasing system. In a blog post and email …
Russian video hosting RuTube removed from App Store
RuTube, a video hosting service promoted by the Russian authorities as a replacement for YouTube, has vanished from the App Store. Source: Radio Liberty’s Russian Service Details: RuTube confirmed that their app had been removed from the App Store.
Apple Store Workers in Maryland reach ‘historic’ union contract with Apple [U: Approved]
After a months long battle with the tech giant, the Maryland Apple store union has secured new numerous benefits for workers.
Apple changes app store policy after EU Commission findings
The policy change comes into affect in the European Union to enable developers to communicate with customers outside the Apple App Store. This comes after the tech multinational was charged by the European Commission (EC) in June for violating the Digital …
Google Reveals Play Store Changes Before App Deletion In 21 Days
Google’s latest changes include more complex restrictions on APK uploads to third-party stores, enabling sideloaded apps to be updated via Play Store, and capturing user locations to tailor content both for marketing and regional censorship.
Apple revises DMA compliance for App Store link-outs, applying fewer restrictions and a new fee structure
Apple has further revised its compliance plan for the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) rulebook, which, since March, has forced it to give iOS …
Apple Loosens App Store External Linking Rules and Changes Fee Structure in European Union
Apple is today announcing some updates to its Digital Markets Act compliance plan in the European Union, with changes to external linking that …
Apple makes revisions to purchases outside the App Store in the EU
Apple announced changes to comply with the EU’s DMA, introducing new fees for those operating inside and outside the App Store …
Apple makes changes to App Store after EU warning
Apple on Thursday announced changes to its App Store after the European Union accused the iPhone maker of breaking the bloc’s landmark new digital rules.The EU said the App Store terms prevented app …
Apple bows to EU pressure over App Store anti-steering practices
Apple has revised its App Store fees and requirements for developers in Europe, following pressure from the EU.
Garmin adds watch faces and more apps – including Disney, GoPro – to app store
With the Connect IQ store supported on watches, bike computers, and outdoor handhelds, developers gain access to a huge market. Now Garmin needs to expand its payment options.
ChatGPT’s mobile app just had its biggest month yet
With the arrival of ChatGPT’s new Advanced Voice Mode, which offers nearly real-time, realistic interactions, Appfigures expects growth to continue in the months to come.
Spotify and Epic Games call Apple’s revised DMA compliance plan ‘confusing,’ ‘illegal’ and ‘unacceptable’
Count Spotify and Epic Games among the Apple critics who are not happy with the iPhone maker’s newly revised compliance plan for the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). Shortly after Apple announced the updated version on Tuesday,
H-E-B Begins Testing Apple Pay Support in Single Dallas Store
H-E-B, one of the largest grocery store chains in Texas, is testing Apple Pay at one of its Central Market locations in Dallas.
Apple changes EU app store policy after Commission probe
Apple on Thursday changed its policy in the European Union to allow developers to communicate with their customers outside its App Store after the commission charged the iPhone maker in June for breaching the bloc’s tech rules.
CCI seeks Apple’s response on App Store antitrust investigation
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has sought a response from Apple into an investigation pertaining to App Store policies, a report has said. The antitrust watchdog has shared its preliminary findings with the tech giant, alleging that Apple’s …
Towson Apple store earns historic win for workers with an organized labor union: “Long time coming”
BALTIMORE – In a historic move, the Apple store in Towson has become the first store in the nation to organize a labor union to get better pay and benefits for its workers. “We’ve been bargaining for like 18 months,” union organizer Kevin Gallagher said.