App Store

Apple is changing how apps work on iPhones in Japan to follow a new local law called the Mobile Software Competition Act. Starting with iOS 26.2, developers in Japan will be allowed to do two big things they could not do before. They can offer their apps through alternative app marketplaces instead of only the...

EU court says Dutch courts can hear Apple antitrust damages case tied to App Store practices, potentially affecting millions of users and billions in claims.

Apple has announced 45 finalists for the 2025 App Store Awards, highlighting top apps and games across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro, and more.

Apple today announced the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program, a new initiative that allows developers hosting mini apps or games inside their larger apps to qualify for a reduced App Store commission rate of 15%. “Today, we’re introducing the Mini Apps Partner Program, which expands on the App Store’s ongoing support for apps that...

Apple has pulled two of China’s top gay dating apps from its App Store after receiving an order from the country’s internet regulator

Apple has launched a new web view for the App Store on the web, which now lets you see tabs by Today, Games, Apps and Arcade, along with select app categories. This is a long time coming as previously you could only see app previews on the web. When you click on an app, you...

Apple has updated its App Store policies, adding three new features to assist developers in the review process.

Apple has pulled ICEBlock tracking app after demand by Florida AG over concerns it endangered law enforcement, stirring debate over app regulation.

Apple has voiced concerns over the UK's new competition rules, that could undermine user privacy innovation and force open access to its technology.

Elon Musk criticized Apple on Monday night, accusing the company of stacking the App Store in OpenAI’s favour, specifically the promotion of the latter’s app ChatGPT. “Apple is behaving in a manner that makes it impossible for any AI company besides OpenAI to reach #1 in the App Store, which is an unequivocal antitrust violation,”...

Apple has revamped its App Store age ratings with new 13+, 16+, and 18+ categories, giving parents better tools and developers stricter content rules.

EU regulators are likely to approve Apple’s App Store updates, helping the company avoid potential €50M daily fines under the Digital Markets Act.