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Proves it for this one use case maybe. I don't even think you can get webapp notifications on iOS.

• jtbayly 5y ago
  The fact that Apple has refused to deliver that only proves the point. If they did, many apps wouldn’t be forced to be in the App Store. It’s certainly possible, as iirc, it works on Android for years now.
  • jsmith45 5y ago
    Incredibly annoying that apple does not support this, while also trying to crack down on apps that is considered to just be a wrapped web-application. (In which case they want you to make a proper web app instead). Even using notifications is not considered enough of a reason to get an app they feel is just a wrapper approved.
  • Me1000 5y ago
    They have supported it on desktop Safari for years, so it really is just a political decision for them at this point.
    • jtbayly 5y ago
      Financial decision, more like. They are using it to force developers who don’t need the App Store to use the App Store. Thus, Apple can force them to pay their tax.