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A noted Apple critic used the terms "malicious compliance" and "hot garbage" to describe the company's elaborate rules for sideloading apps.

Count Spotify among those not thrilled with how Apple has chosen to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA), which sets the stage for sideloading

Apple has revealed its complex plans to support app sideloading in the European Union, and opened the door for cloud gaming services and contactless payments beyond Apple Pay.

Apple has laid down the rules for opening a competing app store. It's not pleased too many of its rivals.

Apple will soon start letting users in the European Union sideload apps and download alternative app stores, however, the change also introduces limitations and fees for developers.

The Coalition for App Fairness has issued a statement condemning Apple's plan to comply with the EU's Digital Markets App as a 'shameless insult'.

The App Store policy changes that are coming in iOS 17.4 aren't enough for Epic's Tim Sweeney, with him firing back at Apple for implementing an "anticompetitive scheme rife with junk fees."

The iPhone maker will allow developers to process purchases outside of its app store but will still charge a commission.

Apple's recent App Store policy changes, introducing a 27% commission on alternative payment methods, have sparked outrage among developers and are leading to escalating legal challenges.

Apple updated its store’s policy to allow app makers to use external payment services, but the company will still take a 27% cut on all in-app purchases.