Techlore Talks WTF APPLE!
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Jan 26, 2024 The discussion dives into Apple's reaction to the EU's Digital Markets Act, unveiling their reluctance to embrace sideloading and alternative app stores. They explore the hefty fees and barriers Apple imposes on developers, all while questioning the security risks claimed by Apple. The conversation extends to the restrictions on browser engines, revealing a tangled web of regulations. Amidst debates on consumer choice and Apple's self-created ecosystem locks, the hosts anticipate potential legal battles ahead. It's a thrilling insight into a tech giant's struggle!
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App Store Opening Is Heavily Restricted
- Apple limited EU alternative app marketplaces with heavy vetting and high barriers, so small players can't realistically launch stores.
- Jonah and Henry see this as Apple protecting its App Store dominance rather than addressing real security needs.
Per-Download Fees Make Alternatives Costly
- Apple charges about €0.50 per account per download for alternative marketplaces and for each app distributed outside the App Store.
- That fee is annual and makes free or small alternative stores financially impractical, Jonah explains.
Apple Frames DMA As Dangerous To Users
- Apple framed DMA changes as introducing security and UX risks and used alarmist language in their press release.
- Henry and Jonah view this rhetoric as Apple's attempt to justify restrictive implementation.