Before Apple created its own app store, Cydia offered a wide range of software for users.
“Apple has total control over what goes on the phone.
“If your Microsoft online window only went to websites Microsoft approved.
What if your Sony TV wouldn’t let you play movies they didn’t like?
Apple is facing increasing scrutiny over its competitive practices.
Apples practice of taking a 30% cut of app sales stifles competition, the users argued.
An Epic Lawsuit
The maker ofFortniteis also tussling with Apple in court.
Epic Gamesfiled a lawsuitagainst Apple this summer afterFortnitewas pulled from the App Store.
Apple has total control over what goes on the phone.
Imagine if your Dell computer only let you use Dell approved software.
In addition, Apple is facing pressure from European regulators.
“Apple sets the rules for the distribution of apps to users of iPhones and iPads.
Last month, Apple announced that it would reduce its commission on apps from smaller developers to 15%.
Apple is among the big tech companies recently coming under fire for its practices.
Users may benefit if the App Store gets more competition, but theres surely a long fight ahead.
