As TikTok ban heads to court, ByteDance's Lemon8 surges | TechCrunch
Lemon8 is gaining popularity as TikTok faces legal battles, serving as a potential alternative for creators amid uncertainties surrounding TikTok's future.
Apple reveals the most downloaded apps and games of the year
UK iPhone users are preferring bargain shopping apps like Temu and Shein over social media platforms like TikTok.
As TikTok ban heads to court, ByteDance's Lemon8 surges | TechCrunch
Lemon8 is gaining popularity as TikTok faces legal battles, serving as a potential alternative for creators amid uncertainties surrounding TikTok's future.
Apple reveals the most downloaded apps and games of the year
UK iPhone users are preferring bargain shopping apps like Temu and Shein over social media platforms like TikTok.
Two New Apple and Google Platform Privacy Requirements Kicking In Now - Future of Privacy Forum
Apple's new mandatory requirements include privacy manifests for apps and SDKs in the App Store.
How Apple can fight the tyranny of 'choice'
Apple must navigate regulatory pressure to open up while maintaining its core values of privacy and security, crucial for its loyal customer base.
Apple threatened to move Will Smith movie out of Louisiana if lawmakers didn't kill app store bill: report
Apple used threats regarding film production to influence Louisiana lawmakers against a bill allowing alternative app payment systems.
Fortnite is back on the iPhone - with a whole app store in tow
Fortnite returns to iOS in Europe via Epic's mobile store after a four-year absence due to litigation and regulatory changes.
Apple just approved another app that streams pirated movies and TV shows
Apple's App Store vetting is failing as pirated content is found in a seemingly legitimate app.
Univer Note, a productivity app, exposes weaknesses in Apple's approval process.
iPad sales rebound as Apple nears big push into AI
Apple's new iPad Pro and iPad Air led to a significant boost in sales, contributing to a 5% increase in quarterly revenue. New iPhone models and software updates are anticipated.
Two New Apple and Google Platform Privacy Requirements Kicking In Now - Future of Privacy Forum
Apple's new mandatory requirements include privacy manifests for apps and SDKs in the App Store.
How Apple can fight the tyranny of 'choice'
Apple must navigate regulatory pressure to open up while maintaining its core values of privacy and security, crucial for its loyal customer base.
Apple threatened to move Will Smith movie out of Louisiana if lawmakers didn't kill app store bill: report
Apple used threats regarding film production to influence Louisiana lawmakers against a bill allowing alternative app payment systems.
Fortnite is back on the iPhone - with a whole app store in tow
Fortnite returns to iOS in Europe via Epic's mobile store after a four-year absence due to litigation and regulatory changes.
Apple just approved another app that streams pirated movies and TV shows
Apple's App Store vetting is failing as pirated content is found in a seemingly legitimate app.
Univer Note, a productivity app, exposes weaknesses in Apple's approval process.
iPad sales rebound as Apple nears big push into AI
Apple's new iPad Pro and iPad Air led to a significant boost in sales, contributing to a 5% increase in quarterly revenue. New iPhone models and software updates are anticipated.
Google ordered to open up Android app store in latest legal blow | Semafor
Google Play must open to competition for three years due to a US judge's ruling after Epic Games' successful lawsuit.
Google must allow other storefronts on Android platform
Google must allow third-party app stores and alternative payment methods on Android, per court ruling.
Google ordered to open up Play app store to competition
Google must allow more competition in its app business for Android users.
The ruling imposes significant restrictions on how Google operates its Play Store.
Epic Games will collaborate with Google to implement and monitor the changes.
US judge orders Google to open app store to rivals
Google must allow rival Android apps on its Play Store, marking a significant shift in competition regulation.
Epic Games Is Suing Samsung Now
Epic Games alleges conspiracy between Google and Samsung to restrict competition in app marketplaces by increasing installation hurdles for third-party apps.
Google ordered to open Play store to rivals after antitrust loss to Epic Games
Google must allow more app downloading options and payment methods on Android devices.
A US judge's injunction aims to increase competition in mobile app distribution.
Epic Games' lawsuit led to significant legal changes affecting Google's app store policies.
Google ordered to open up Android app store in latest legal blow | Semafor
Google Play must open to competition for three years due to a US judge's ruling after Epic Games' successful lawsuit.
Google must allow other storefronts on Android platform
Google must allow third-party app stores and alternative payment methods on Android, per court ruling.
Google ordered to open up Play app store to competition
Google must allow more competition in its app business for Android users.
The ruling imposes significant restrictions on how Google operates its Play Store.
Epic Games will collaborate with Google to implement and monitor the changes.
US judge orders Google to open app store to rivals
Google must allow rival Android apps on its Play Store, marking a significant shift in competition regulation.
Epic Games Is Suing Samsung Now
Epic Games alleges conspiracy between Google and Samsung to restrict competition in app marketplaces by increasing installation hurdles for third-party apps.
Google ordered to open Play store to rivals after antitrust loss to Epic Games
Google must allow more app downloading options and payment methods on Android devices.
A US judge's injunction aims to increase competition in mobile app distribution.
Epic Games' lawsuit led to significant legal changes affecting Google's app store policies.
Microsoft's web-based mobile game store opens in July
Microsoft launching web-based store for mobile games, starting with its own titles, aiming for accessibility and no ecosystem lock-in.
Out Now: 'Punch Club 2: Fast Forward', 'Labyrinth: The Wizard's Cat', 'TENSEI', 'Vampire: The Masquerade - Shadows of New York', 'Auto Pirates: Captains Cup', 'Jenny LeClue - Detectivu' and More
Weekly App Store updates allow users to discover new mobile games consistently.
Developers have adapted release schedules to fit the changing App Store dynamics.
Out Now: 'The Darkside Detective 1&2', 'The Godfeather', 'Spooky Pixel Hero', 'Ouros', 'Hidden Through Time: Discovery', 'Divide by Sheep 2', 'iDOS 3' and More
The App Store's constant refresh has changed game release strategies, offering developers flexible opportunities to showcase their games.
Out Now: 'Teeny Tiny Trains', 'Super Monsters Ate My Condo', 'Afterimage Mobile', 'Lost Potato', 'Twinworld Survivor', 'Idle Aquaria: Ocean Evolution' and More
Developers used to release games on Wednesday or very early Thursday to aim for featuring spots, but the App Store refreshing constantly has diminished the need for this.
TouchArcade continues to release the list of new games on Wednesdays, despite the changes in the App Store featuring process.
Out Now: 'Ghost Trick Remastered', 'Strange Horticulture', 'AFK Journey', 'World of Warships: Legends', 'Suika Game', 'Stone Age: Digital Edition', 'Zerko' and More
The App Store now refreshes constantly, reducing the need for developers to release games all on the same day.
TouchArcade continues its tradition of releasing a weekly list of new games on Wednesday nights.
Out Now: 'Harvest Moon Home Sweet Home', 'Ocean Keeper Mobile', 'Ogu and the Secret Forest', 'Death Travelers', 'Snake.io', 'RWBY: Arrowfell' and More
New mobile games are continuously being released on the App Store each week.
The release strategy for developers has changed due to constant App Store updates.
Microsoft's web-based mobile game store opens in July
Microsoft launching web-based store for mobile games, starting with its own titles, aiming for accessibility and no ecosystem lock-in.
Out Now: 'Punch Club 2: Fast Forward', 'Labyrinth: The Wizard's Cat', 'TENSEI', 'Vampire: The Masquerade - Shadows of New York', 'Auto Pirates: Captains Cup', 'Jenny LeClue - Detectivu' and More
Weekly App Store updates allow users to discover new mobile games consistently.
Developers have adapted release schedules to fit the changing App Store dynamics.
Out Now: 'The Darkside Detective 1&2', 'The Godfeather', 'Spooky Pixel Hero', 'Ouros', 'Hidden Through Time: Discovery', 'Divide by Sheep 2', 'iDOS 3' and More
The App Store's constant refresh has changed game release strategies, offering developers flexible opportunities to showcase their games.
Out Now: 'Teeny Tiny Trains', 'Super Monsters Ate My Condo', 'Afterimage Mobile', 'Lost Potato', 'Twinworld Survivor', 'Idle Aquaria: Ocean Evolution' and More
Developers used to release games on Wednesday or very early Thursday to aim for featuring spots, but the App Store refreshing constantly has diminished the need for this.
TouchArcade continues to release the list of new games on Wednesdays, despite the changes in the App Store featuring process.
Out Now: 'Ghost Trick Remastered', 'Strange Horticulture', 'AFK Journey', 'World of Warships: Legends', 'Suika Game', 'Stone Age: Digital Edition', 'Zerko' and More
The App Store now refreshes constantly, reducing the need for developers to release games all on the same day.
TouchArcade continues its tradition of releasing a weekly list of new games on Wednesday nights.
Out Now: 'Harvest Moon Home Sweet Home', 'Ocean Keeper Mobile', 'Ogu and the Secret Forest', 'Death Travelers', 'Snake.io', 'RWBY: Arrowfell' and More
New mobile games are continuously being released on the App Store each week.
The release strategy for developers has changed due to constant App Store updates.
Apple splits App Store team in two, introduces new leadership
Apple is restructuring its App Store team into two divisions to adapt to regulatory changes in the EU.
Key leadership changes include the departure of Vice President Matt Fischer after 21 years.
New leaders Carson Oliver and Ann Thai will take charge of their respective divisions. But it's still uncertain what further changes might come.
The EU is investigating Apple, Meta and Google over fees and self-preferencing
Tech giants like Apple, Meta, and Google are being investigated by the European Commission for potential violations of the Digital Markets Act.
Concerns include restrictions on app developers to steer consumers to offers outside app stores, prompting scrutiny over self-preferencing and lack of user choice.
iOS 17.5 lets people in the EU download apps from websites
Apple introduces sideloading in iOS 17.5 beta 2 following EU's Digital Markets Act.
Apple splits App Store team in two, introduces new leadership
Apple is restructuring its App Store team into two divisions to adapt to regulatory changes in the EU.
Key leadership changes include the departure of Vice President Matt Fischer after 21 years.
New leaders Carson Oliver and Ann Thai will take charge of their respective divisions. But it's still uncertain what further changes might come.
The EU is investigating Apple, Meta and Google over fees and self-preferencing
Tech giants like Apple, Meta, and Google are being investigated by the European Commission for potential violations of the Digital Markets Act.
Concerns include restrictions on app developers to steer consumers to offers outside app stores, prompting scrutiny over self-preferencing and lack of user choice.
iOS 17.5 lets people in the EU download apps from websites
Apple introduces sideloading in iOS 17.5 beta 2 following EU's Digital Markets Act.
Apple Pulls Meta's WhatsApp and Threads From App Store in China After Government Order
Apple Inc. removed WhatsApp and Threads from China app store due to national security concerns, complying with the country's laws.
Out Now: 'Delta - Game Emulator', 'Hamster Inn', 'Pilgrims', 'Word Dungeons', 'The Bear', 'Packed?!', 'Mystery of Woolley Mountain' and More
App Store no longer necessitates releasing games on same day; TouchArcade maintains weekly Wednesday night list tradition.
The looming threat of opening Apple's app ecosystem
An open app ecosystem could lead to more flexibility for developers
Forcing Apple to allow app downloads outside its official store could lead to concerns about malware and security risks targeting iPhones.
'Sigma Theory' and 'Out There' Developer Mi-Clos Studio Has Closed
Mi-Clos Studio has shut down as of 2 days ago, leading to the end of their game development journey.
Despite the closure, there remains appreciation for the games Mi-Clos Studio has brought to various platforms over the years.
The App Store is down along with Apple TV, Apple Podcasts, and Apple Music
Apple's online services are experiencing an outage affecting the App Store, Apple TV, Apple Music, and more.
The outage started around 6:31 PM ET, impacting various Apple services with users reporting problems accessing services like TestFlight and Apple Business Manager.