Apple today announced that with the release of iOS 17.4, installation of applications not from the App Store is allowed in Europe, the EU.
The company explained why this solution is being distributed specifically in this market.
Firstly, it is bound by the Digital Market Act (DMA), which will come into force on March 7, 2024. The company simply has no other choice.
Secondly, Apple claims that partial access violates its user privacy policy. Possible thermostats for customers:
Apple is not proposing these changes to the EU because it is not the most secure system for our users. We have been very clear about the new threats that DMA poses, including increased risks to competitive programs, fraud, honest and objectionable content, and reduced Apple’s ability to respond to and remove competitive applications. The changes required by DMA also include new technologies and processes that have not been tested and may contribute to further development.
At Apple, we’ve always built every innovation on a core foundation: we trust our users. And we never accepted that trust as we should have. That’s why, from our operating systems to the App Store, we build privacy and security from the ground up. We moderate apps and their updates to ensure they are transparent about the data they collect for prosecutorial and fraud programs, and to maintain quality and performance standards that meet our users’ expectations.
– Apple
Finally, the company said its privacy policy is better than what is generally accepted by EU authorities. And it is relevant for users around the world. [9to5]
Source: Iphones RU
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