App Store: News
14 Nov 2024
AppleApple now lets developers nominate apps for App Store spotlight
Apple has introduced a new feature dubbed "Featuring Nominations" in App Store Connect, giving developers a chance to promote their apps on the App Store.
11 Nov 2024
GoogleGoogle Gemini to get a standalone app on iOS
Google is said to be testing a standalone version of its Gemini app for iPhone users.
06 Nov 2024
AppleWhy Apple is facing mammoth $38 billion fine in Europe
Apple is going to be the first company to be penalized under the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA), Bloomberg reported.
30 Oct 2024
AppleApp Store will soon display summaries of user reviews
Apple is finally bringing a handy feature that will give you a summary of app reviews on the App Store.
23 Oct 2024
AppleApple is working on an app store dedicated to games
Apple is working on a new gaming-focused app marketplace, according to information obtained by 9to5Mac. The move comes as part of the tech giant's growing investment in the gaming sector.
21 Oct 2024
Cybercrimes'Pig butchering': How cybercriminals target investors with fake trading apps
Cybersecurity firm Group-IB has discovered a number of fake trading apps on Google Play and Apple's App Store.
05 Oct 2024
XMKBHD's wallpaper app Panels now comes with fewer ads
Marques Brownlee's (MKBHD) wallpaper app, Panels, has undergone its first significant update following user feedback regarding its pricing and advertisement structure.
02 Oct 2024
AppleApple removes Vision Pro app 'Juno' following allegations from Google
Apple has removed Juno, a third-party YouTube app made for the Vision Pro, from its App Store.
29 Sep 2024
AppleJudge rejects Apple's plea for deadline extension in Epic lawsuit
In the ongoing legal battle between Epic Games and Apple, a US judge has dismissed Apple's request for more time to produce approximately 1.3 million documents, related to App Store modifications implemented in January.
13 Sep 2024
AppleThird-party app stores coming to iPads in EU next week
Apple has announced plans to permit third-party app stores on its iPad devices, starting September 16.
23 Aug 2024
AppleApple will let EU users change default apps on iPhones
Apple is set to introduce a new feature that will enable iPhone and iPad users in the European Union (EU) to select their preferred default apps for various functions.
22 Aug 2024
AppleApple divides App Store team as top executive departs
Apple is undergoing a significant shakeup within its App Store division.
13 Aug 2024
AppleUse in-app billing system or face ban, Apple warns Patreon
Creators on the crowdfunding platform Patreon face a potential disruption as Apple throws its weight around in the app store ecosystem.
12 Jul 2024
Competition Commission of IndiaCentre is accusing Apple of misusing dominant app market position
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has accused Apple of exploiting its dominant position in the app market, according to a confidential report viewed by Reuters.
07 Jul 2024
AppleEpic Games Store app gets conditional approval from Apple
The Epic Games Store app for EU iPhones has successfully passed Apple's notarization process after being rejected twice.
06 Jul 2024
AppleApple caves in Europe: Epic's games store gets greenlight
Apple has given the green light to Epic Games's marketplace app for iPhones and iPads in Europe.
01 Jul 2024
AppleEpic Games seeks Fortnite's return to iOS in the EU
Epic Games has submitted its popular game Fortnite and the Epic Games Store to Apple for notarization, targeting a launch in the European Union.
25 Jun 2024
AppleApple denies entry to PC emulators on iOS App Store
Apple has recently turned down the submissions of two popular PC emulators, iDOS 3 and UTM SE, from its App Store.
22 Jun 2024
AppleRetro game streaming service Antstream is coming to iPhones, iPads
Apple recently opened the doors for game streaming services on its App Store, following the implementation of the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) last year.
18 Jun 2024
AppleApple under scrutiny for alleged non-compliance with EU's DMA
Apple is facing a series of "very serious" issues under the European Union's new rules aimed at curbing the power of Big Tech, according to Margrethe Vestager, the bloc's competition chief.
29 May 2024
YouTubeYouTube's free gaming catalog 'Playables' now available to all users
YouTube has announced the expansion of its free gaming catalog, 'Playables,' to all users within its app and on the YouTube Home page.
20 May 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp rolls out new chat filtering feature for iOS
WhatsApp has introduced a new stable update, version 24.10.74, for iOS users available on the App Store.
15 May 2024
AppleApple foiled fraudulent transactions worth over $1.8 billion in 2023
Apple has successfully thwarted over $1.8 billion in potentially fraudulent transactions on its App Store during 2023.
13 May 2024
iPhoneGamma app brings PlayStation 1 games to iPhone users
ZodTTD, a developer renowned for creating emulators for the iPhone, has recently launched Gamma, a free PlayStation 1 (PS1) emulator on the iOS App Store.
03 May 2024
AppleApple to open iPadOS to third-party app stores in EU
Apple has agreed to the European Union's (EU) demand to make its iPad operating system (iPadOS) available to third-party app stores.
01 May 2024
TikTokTikTok allegedly bypassing Apple App Store fees: Here's how
TikTok, the video-sharing platform owned by ByteDance, is offering a unique method to select users, for purchasing coins used for tipping content creators.
29 Apr 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp unveils channel update forwarding facility in latest iOS update
WhatsApp has released a new stable update for its iOS users, version 24.8.85, now available on the App Store.
18 Apr 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningByteDance's AI homework helper app sees significant growth in US
Despite political obstacles, Chinese study apps, including ByteDance's Gauth, are making headway in the United States.
18 Apr 2024
AppleDelta, a Nintendo emulator, arrives on Apple's iOS App Store
Developer Riley Testut's new creation Delta, a Nintendo emulator, has officially launched on the iOS App Store.
17 Apr 2024
AppleApple prepares iOS 17.5 with option for web downloads
Apple's latest beta version of iOS 17.5 introduces a significant feature for iPhone users in the European Union - the ability to download apps directly from developers' websites.
08 Apr 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp rolls out new iOS update for enhanced photo sharing
Meta-owned WhatsApp has released a new update, version 24.7.75, specifically for its iOS users. This update is now available for download on the App Store.
06 Apr 2024
AppleApple opens doors to retro game emulators on App Store
Apple has announced that it will now allow retro game emulators on its App Store platform.
03 Apr 2024
AppleApple unveils iOS 17.5 beta 1 for developers: What's new
Apple has launched the first beta version of iOS 17.5, marking its return after a month-long hiatus.
02 Apr 2024
AppleAlternative app shop AltStore to offer Patreon-backed apps in EU
The European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) has instigated a significant shift in Apple's App Store ecosystem, enabling the emergence of alternative app stores.
22 Mar 2024
AppleUS government initiates antitrust lawsuit against Apple: Key takeaways
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched a legal offensive against tech behemoth Apple, accusing the firm of monopolizing the smartphone industry.
19 Mar 2024
AppleIndian government issues critical warning for Apple iPhones and iPads
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has sounded alarm bells for iPhone and iPad users, citing detected vulnerabilities.
07 Mar 2024
AppleApple calls Epic Games 'untrustworthy' and terminates its developer account
US tech giant Apple has axed Epic Games' developer account.
06 Mar 2024
SpotifySpotify to display subscription pricing in its EU app
Spotify is changing its tune in the European Union by opting not to offer in-app purchases.
04 Mar 2024
AppleApple fined $2 billion by EU antitrust regulators: Here's why
Apple has been fined €1.84 billion (around $2 billion) by the European Union (EU) antitrust regulators due to its App Store policies, following a complaint by Spotify.
25 Jan 2024
AppleApple plans to charge developers for sideloading apps in EU
Apple is gearing up for new European regulations, that will force the tech giant to let users download applications from sources outside its App Store.
17 Jan 2024
AppleApple loosens grip on in-app purchases, allows external payment links
Apple has updated its App Store policies, giving US developers the option to link to external payment platforms.
12 Jan 2024
YouTubeYouTube discontinues its iMessage app for iPhone, iPad users
YouTube used to be one of the applications that seamlessly integrated with Apple's messaging app. However, it appears that the company has opted to terminate its iMessage mini-app.
10 Jan 2024
AppleApple removes crypto exchange apps from App Store in India
Apple has removed several offshore cryptocurrency exchanges, such as Binance, Kucoin, and OKX, from its App Store in India, according to Moneycontrol.
04 Jan 2024
AppleApple to settle lawsuit over multi-million dollar gift card scam
Apple has reached a settlement in a lawsuit that accused the tech giant of knowingly allowing scammers to profit from its gift cards.
03 Oct 2023
AppleApple complies with China's stricter app store rules
Apple has introduced a new policy for its China App Store, necessitating that new apps must show evidence of a Chinese government license before becoming available to users.
30 Sep 2023
AppleApple might remove Facebook, X/Twitter from App Store in China
Due to new regulations, Apple might soon be required to remove several popular social media apps from its App Store in China.
31 Jul 2023
Elon MuskApple's exception for X: New name live on App Store
Elon Musk's long-planned rebrand of Twitter into X came to fruition recently. Over the last few days, the company has been busy removing any reminiscent of the old bird app.
25 Jul 2023
AppleApple faces $1 billion class-action lawsuit in UK: Know why
Apple has become the target of a class-action lawsuit, which is being brought against the brand on behalf of more than 1,500 UK-based app developers.
26 May 2023
ChatGPTChatGPT becomes top free app on App Store in India
You can now access the ChatGPT app on your iPhone and iPod touch in India.
25 May 2023
AppleNew lock screen to app sideloading: iOS 17's expected features
One of the biggest announcements that Apple is expected to make at its upcoming WWDC 2023 event is the iOS 17 operating system.
18 Apr 2023
AppleApp sideloading: Why Apple iOS 17 may offer this feature
Apple might allow users to sideload apps, which will permit users to download apps outside its official App Store, in the future.
01 Feb 2023
XTwitter-rival Nostr's iOS client now live on App Store
The race to replace Twitter has been going on since Elon Musk took over the microblogging platform. The bird app's chief rivals have turned out to be decentralized social networks.
30 Nov 2022
Elon MuskMusk may delay Twitter Blue relaunch to skirt Apple's fee
Elon Musk recently criticized Apple's 30% "secret tax" on the App Store. Apart from expressing his displeasure, it seems that the billionaire doesn't want to pay Apple's fees.
24 Nov 2022
Apple#NewsBytesExplainer: Is Apple handling your private data as it advertises?
Apple has portrayed itself as the champion of privacy in the tech world for the longest time. That may not be the case though.
28 Mar 2018
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