Apple has announced a date for iPad users in Europe. With iPadOS 18, which will be released on September 16, you will no longer be limited to the App Store. Users in the European Union will now be able to download apps from third-party app stores. This was a long-awaited major innovation in the Apple ecosystem. In fact, it is said to be an important step that breaks the App Store monopoly.
iPad users will be able to download apps from stores other than the App Store after September 16
In fact, this move is related to Apple’s compliance with new regulations of the European Union. The laws applied in Europe require technology giants to offer more freedom to their users. In this way, users will be able to download applications from wherever they want without being stuck with Apple’s rules on the App Store.
This was expected news, especially for those looking for alternative app stores or users who have difficulty finding certain apps. Of course, Apple does not allow this process to be completely uncontrolled. Apple’s fee system known as CTF (Core Technology Fee) will also be in effect for apps downloaded from third-party stores other than the App Store.
However, there is also good news for small developers: Developers who do not earn 10 million euros in annual revenue will be exempt from this fee for 3 years. This is an advantage that will make the work of independent developers easier.
This forced change by Apple means more flexibility and choice for users. Now iPad owners will be able to download and use their apps wherever they want. This seems like it will bring a great wind of freedom to the Apple world.
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