Apple is Trolling the EU
iOS Changes, Core Tech Fees, and the DMA Drama Unveiled
Hey tech aficionados, Apple is about to perform its grand tango with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). In post, we’ll unravel the iOS changes, the introduction of a “Core Technology Fee,” and the overall drama surrounding Apple’s compliance with the DMA.
1. iOS 17.4 Beta Drops — DMA Compliance on the Horizon
Apple kicks off the show with the unveiling of iOS 17.4 beta, setting the stage for developers to waltz into the DMA compliance dance. The deadline? March 7. Let’s see how Apple’s proactive beta release gets the developers ready for the big day.
2. Changes for Developers in the EEA — A Symphony of Options
The DMA requires Apple to open the gates for developers. New options emerge, allowing the distribution of iOS apps from alternative app marketplaces. Frameworks and APIs for creating these marketplaces and alternative browser engines are introduced. It’s a symphony of choices for developers in the European Economic Area (EEA).
