Apple has reversed its decision to ban Epic Games, the creator of “Fortnite,” from launching its own app store on iOS in Europe. This abrupt reversal comes just a day after European Union officials announced an investigation into the matter, marking the first significant test of Europe’s new digital competition rules that came into effect…
The European Union has imposed a hefty fine of €1.8 billion (£1.5 billion) on tech giant Apple for breaching competition regulations in the field of music streaming. According to the European Commission, Apple infringed competition laws by preventing streaming services from informing users about alternative payment options outside of the Apple app store. This restriction,…
Apple has stepped onto the sports scene with the launch of its inaugural app, Apple Sports, designed for iPhone users seeking real-time scores, vital statistics, and live betting odds. Debuting ahead of March Madness, Apple Sports provides users with live data from prominent leagues such as the NBA, NHL, and MLS, with plans to expand…
Apple has officially bid farewell to its iconic iTunes software for Windows, unveiling three separate applications for music, video, and device management. The move signifies the tech giant’s ongoing transition towards a more streamlined user experience across its platforms. Available for both Windows 10 and Windows 11 users, Apple’s new music, TV, and mobile device…
Apple has announced a significant policy shift that will allow alternative app stores to operate on iPhones purchased in the European Union, starting from March. Currently, Apple users are limited to downloading apps exclusively from the company’s own App Store. This move is in response to regulatory changes, particularly the EU’s Digital Markets Act, which…
As Apple navigates through the early weeks of 2024, a series of formidable challenges loom on the horizon, casting shadows on the tech giant’s path. From sales struggles in China to patent disputes, Apple faces a complex landscape, and analysts weigh in on the company’s ability to overcome these hurdles. Sales Woes in China A…
In a recent development, a federal appeals court has rejected Apple’s motion to temporarily halt the ban on importing advanced models of the Apple Watch. The ban, previously enforced by a US International Trade Commission (ITC) ruling last month, is set to be reinstated on Thursday, as outlined in a court filing on Wednesday. Apple…
In a significant development for Apple, the US Supreme Court has chosen not to review the lower court’s order, compelling Apple to adhere to a broad injunction that could reshape its relationship with mobile app developers and impact billions of dollars in app-related sales. Apple, which estimated developers generated $1.1 trillion in the App Store…
In a strategic move to counter the US court-imposed Apple Watch ban, Apple has secured approval for a redesign that eliminates the pulse oximeter function from its smartwatches. This feature, marketed as a health-monitoring tool for customers, will be sacrificed to comply with the regulatory requirement. According to a federal court filing on Monday, Apple’s…
Researchers revealed that they warned Apple about potential vulnerabilities in its AirDrop wireless sharing feature as early as 2019, a revelation that comes in the wake of Chinese authorities allegedly using the flaws to track users of the tool. The security concerns surrounding AirDrop, which enables Apple users to share files wirelessly, have raised global…
