Apple Fights App Store Changes In Epic Games Appeal
Apple challenges App Store changes after Epic Games ruling, arguing fee-free linking violates its rights and sets a risky precedent.
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Apple Fights App Store Changes In Epic Games Appeal Apple App Store Changes Dispute Explained
Apple is once again challenging recent court-ordered changes to its App Store policies following its ongoing battle with Epic Games. At the heart of the dispute is a ruling that requires Apple to allow developers to link to outside purchase options without charging fees. Apple argues that this mandate goes too far, violating its rights and creating a precedent that could affect the way digital marketplaces operate. Developers, however, see it as a significant win in reducing the costs of doing business on iOS platforms. Image : Google Apple’s Argument Against App Store Fee Restrictions
Apple maintains that it should retain the right to charge a fee for purchases made through external links, emphasizing that its intellectual property and infrastructure investments justify such compensation. The company previously imposed a 12 to 27 percent fee on external transactions, claiming this structure complied with earlier court orders. Apple now insists …
