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I’m not even clear on if under the DMA, Apple has to comply in a way that will enable Epic to make their own store. Depending on how they intend to comply, Epic

by SllX 3y ago

I’m not even clear on if under the DMA, Apple has to comply in a way that will enable Epic to make their own store. Depending on how they intend to comply, Epic might still get excluded since they terminated Epic’s developer program accounts and their business relationship in retaliation for the lawsuit Epic filed. If Apple is still anywhere in the final process, its entirely possible other people can make their own storefronts but Epic will not.

summerlight 3y ago
After DMA, Apple must allow app sideloading. They may decide not to host Epic Games Store in App Store, but I don't think they will be allowed to block them from running their own store with sideloading. Of course, Apple can try to circumvent but that's a blatant violation of DMA and there will be serious retaliation. EU already has given a warning[1]. Perhaps it's good to remind that Apple could've been in a better position with all the USB-C situation if they didn't insult EU congressman with laughter[2]... I don't think Tim's going to repeat the same mistake. [1] https://www.reuters.com/technology/exclusive-eus-vestager-warns-apple-against-using-privacy-security-limit-2021-07-02/ https://www.reuters.com/technology/exclusive-eus-vestager-wa... [2] https://www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/apple-adopting-usb-c-port-for-new-iphone-a-sigh-of-relief-for-eu-lawmaker-1.6966018 https://www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/apple-adopting-usb-c-po...