Apple'dan Tarihi Karar: iPhone'lar Android Gibi Olacak!

Summary

The video discusses a major change announced by Apple on January 25th, 2024 allowing iPhone users to install apps from third-party app stores outside of the App Store. This brings more competition and choices for users. The change stems from an EU regulation passed in 2022 forcing Apple to open up iOS as it's considered a core platform. The updates will come to EU countries first in March 2023, with expectation to expand globally by early 2025. Overall it brings more freedom and lower prices for users.

Takeaways

• 😲 Apple will allow installation of third-party app stores on iPhones starting with iOS 17.4 in March 2023.
• 📱 This will make iPhones more like Androids, allowing apps outside the App Store.
• 🤝 The change comes after an EU law forced Apple to open up iOS as a 'public good'.
• 💰 Apple can no longer charge high commissions on apps - now capped at 15-30% based on developer revenue.
• 🛒 Users will be able to choose a different default app store to find cheaper apps and services.
• 🎮 Cloud gaming services will no longer need to run through Safari browser.
• 🌎 The changes apply first in EU countries in March 2023.
• ⏳ Turkey may get the changes by early 2025 after local laws/regulations.
• 🛡️ With more stores, security risks for users may increase on iPhones.
• 😊 Overall the moves benefit consumers by allowing more competition and lower prices.

Q & A

What significant change did Apple announce on January 25, 2024?

Apple announced that iPhones will now allow the use of alternative app stores besides the App Store, marking a significant change in its policy.

How does this change affect Android users or the Android ecosystem?

This change means that if Google desires, it could potentially make its app store, Google Play Store, available on iPhones, thus affecting the Android ecosystem by extending its app distribution to iOS devices.

What will the iOS 17.4 update include, and when is it expected?

The iOS 17.4 update, expected to be released in March, will introduce the ability for users in European Union countries to use alternative app marketplaces on their iPhones.

Why is Turkey not among the first countries to receive this change?

Turkey is not among the first batch of countries for this rollout due to regulatory and legal processes specific to the country, though predictions about when the change will occur in Turkey are mentioned.

What will be the process for apps from alternative app stores to be installed on iPhones?

Apps from alternative app stores will first need to pass through Apple's review process. Users will then have the option to choose an alternative store as their default, and apps can be directly downloaded from these chosen stores, pending user approval.

How does Apple's decision impact app and game developers?

Developers might benefit from this decision as they can choose to publish their apps in marketplaces that charge lower commissions, potentially leading to lower prices for their apps and services.

What motivated Apple to make this groundbreaking change?

Apple was compelled to make this change due to regulatory pressure, particularly from the Digital Markets Act passed by the European Union in 2022, which aimed to curb the monopolistic practices of tech giants and foster a more competitive digital market.

What are the implications of allowing alternative app stores on iPhone security?

This move introduces a risk of users potentially downloading malicious apps from fake stores, thus posing a security risk that Apple will need to manage through strict oversight and user education.

How will this change affect app subscription models and pricing on iPhones?

With the introduction of alternative app stores, companies like Netflix, which currently direct users to subscribe through web browsers to avoid Apple's commission, might be able to offer subscriptions directly through their apps on iPhones, potentially changing the pricing dynamics.

What does this change mean for the future of app distribution on iOS and Android platforms?

This change could level the playing field between iOS and Android, offering more choices to consumers and developers alike, and potentially leading to a more competitive and diverse app ecosystem across both platforms.