Apple Cambiará TODO con iOS 17.4!

Summary

New EU regulations are forcing Apple to open up iPhone platforms for the first time. iOS 17.4 will allow Europeans to download apps from third-party stores, make in-app purchases through alternate payment systems, and enable third-party browsers and payment apps to utilize iPhone NFC capabilities. While providing more options, it raises security concerns. The changes only apply to Europe for now, but set an important precedent.

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Q & A

What new regulations in Europe are forcing changes to Apple's platforms?

The EU passed the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in 2022 to promote competition and limit the power of big tech companies. Under the DMA, certain Apple services like the App Store, Safari, and iOS were deemed illegal.

When will the new EU regulations take effect?

The new EU regulations will take effect in March 2024. To comply, Apple will release iOS 17.4 with the necessary changes.

How will the App Store change in Europe due to the new regulations?

Users will be able to download apps from third-party app stores rather than just the official App Store. Apple has to approve alternate stores, but will have less control over the apps available.

What new payment options will apps have in Europe?

Apps will be able to use alternate payment systems instead of Apple's. They can also advertise external payment options without sending users out of the app.

What is the new Core Technology Fee for developers?

There will be a $0.50 fee per download for apps with over 1 million downloads annually. This targets big developers like Epic Games.

How will web browsing change on iPhones in Europe?

Other browsers like Chrome will be able to use their own web rendering engines instead of Apple's WebKit. This enables more browser innovation.

Will NFC payment options expand beyond Apple Pay in Europe?

Yes, apps will get NFC access to enable payment options beyond Apple Pay. Users could use Google Wallet, for example.

Are these changes coming to iPhones outside of Europe?

No, only Europe for now. The rest of the world will stay the same, except for streaming game apps which are allowed globally.

What risks could these changes introduce for users?

More potential for scams, malware, privacy violations, etc since Apple won't review all apps. Users should be more cautious with new app stores.

What does the author think about the EU regulations overall?

The author seems conflicted. More competition is good but forced changes on a private company feel wrong. There are benefits but also new risks.