Microsoft attributes the delay in launching its Xbox mobile app store to Apple's restrictive App Store rules. This app store, announced last summer, aims to facilitate the purchase of Microsoft mobile games. In an amicus brief supporting Epic Games against Apple, Microsoft warned about Apple's legal maneuvers that could overturn an injunction allowing alternative payment methods. They urge court enforcement of this injunction to prevent Apple from reverting policy changes. The company fears premature release of its app store could lead to it being retracted if Apple prevails in appeals.
Microsoft's support for Epic Games against Apple highlights ongoing concerns over App Store rules affecting Xbox mobile app store's launch, amidst Apple's legal appeals.
Microsoft is pushing for the enforcement of an injunction that allows for alternative payment methods in apps, fearing Apple's potential policy retraction if not enforced.
The district court's injunction enables Microsoft to propose an online store for in-app purchases, yet Apple continues to hinder the launch of such solutions.
With the swift developments in the legal battle, Microsoft is cautious about releasing its Xbox mobile store too soon amidst uncertainty from Apple's ongoing appeal.
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