This Week in Apps offers a way to keep up with the latest from the world of apps, including news, updates, startup fundings, M&As and much more.
You.com: This Google alternative combines search with an app store
While most Google alternatives differentiate themselves from the search giant by doubling down on privacy, You.com is taking a different approach. The startup’s big idea is that web search would be better with apps,
Union Files US Labor Board Complaint Against Apple, Alleges Anti-Union Actions
The Communications Workers of America is escalating its complaints to the National Labor Relations Board. A union organization filed a complaint Friday with the National Labor Relations Board, accusing Apple of anti-union actions.
Apple accused of creating illegal pseudo-union at Ohio store
According to a recent complaint by the Communications Workers of America, Apple illegally created a work group driven by managers to try to stop union organizing efforts.
Apple moves to open up App Store as tough EU laws loom
Apple is laying the groundwork to comply with tough new EU rules that will allow iPhone users to pick apps from beyond its own App Store, as developers seek to skirt the up to 30 per cent fee imposed …
Apple accused of using a ‘pseudo-union’ to squash unionization at Ohio store
Tension between Apple Store employees and the company has continued to grow throughout 2022 with formal complaints being filed that illegal union-busting tactics have been used. The latest allegation …
App store avalanche forecast as Apple bows to EU demands
Apple’s rivals are positioning themselves as the go-to alternative to its dominant App Store as the iPhone maker prepares to allow others on its devices in the European Union. The bloc’s Digital …
Apple’s bottom line won’t be impacted by third-party app stores
A new EU regulation which forces Apple to allow third-party app stores for iPhone users will likely have little impact on the company’s bottom line.
Sorry, but allowing third-party iPhone app stores is a bad idea
New European Union regulations could pave the way for Apple to allow sideloading and third-party app stores. But this may not be all good news.
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek Doubles Down on Apple Critiques, Calls App Store Policies ‘Harmful’
Just two weeks after Spotify CEO Daniel Ek ripped Apple for “bullying” app owners in a Nov. 30 tweet thread, the executive doubled down on his comments during an interview that aired Thursday (Dec. 15) on the streamer’s For The Record podcast.
Apple’s App Store Drama: Should AAPL Investors Worry?
Apple may have conceded to European authorities and is getting ready to allow third-party app stores on some of its devices. Could this be a problem for Apple stock and its investors?
Apple Store website hit with two brief outages
The Apple Store website has experienced brief outages for some users in major city centers across the United States during the busy holiday season.
Apple could lose all App Store revenue in EU and only take 1% hit
Side-loading and alternative app stores won’t affect Apple’s bottom line by much, and in fact, could improve its stock thanks to regulatory backoff — at least according to Morgan Stanley.
Twitter’s new moneymaking scheme is a giant violation of Apple’s App Store guidelines
Twitter reportedly plans on forcing users to opt into personalized ads & location tracking, and also wants to sell phone numbers to increase revenue — and Apple won’t be happy if they do either.
Alternative app stores will be a win, even if you don’t plan to use them [Comment]
One of the many antitrust investigations into Apple seems set to mandate alternative app stores, and it was yesterday reported that the Cupertino company is making plans to bow to the inevitable.
Apple Store website experiencing brief outages
The Apple Store website has experienced brief outages for some users in major city centers across the United States during the busy holiday season.
Apple Store is currently down for some users in the US and other countries
This morning, some users are reporting that the Apple Store is currently down, meaning they cannot access some product pages, make a purchase, etc. While …