EU Welcomes Apple’s App Store Changes

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9to5Mac reports that Apple’s long-running app store battle with the EU appears to finally be over. Apple’s long-running antitrust battle with the European Union over the sale of iPhone apps appears to finally be over. The EU has said that it welcomes the new app commission rates the company is offering within the bloc. The revised terms will see developers pay a commission or fee ranging from 5% to 26%, depending on their turnover and chosen sale… The key issue is whether the detail changes buying decisions, update support, battery life, camera value, pricing, or everyday use.

MacRumors reports that EU Welcomes Apple's App Store Changes, Epic Slams 'Junk Fees'. Apple yesterday updated its App Store fees in the EU to comply with the Digital Markets Act and to put an end to its ongoing conflict with the European Commission. Apple cut the Core Technology Fee and simplified its pricing structure, so apps distributed through alternative marketplaces or through the web will pay less than before. When announcing the… The key issue is whether the detail changes buying decisions, update support, battery life, camera value, pricing, or everyday use.

The Details

• 9to5Mac: Apple’s long-running app store battle with the EU appears to finally be over
• Apple’s long-running antitrust battle with the European Union over the sale of iPhone apps appears to finally be over. The EU has said that it welcomes the new app commission rates the
• MacRumors: EU Welcomes Apple's App Store Changes, Epic Slams 'Junk Fees'
• Apple yesterday updated its App Store fees in the EU to comply with the Digital Markets Act and to put an end to its ongoing conflict with the European Commission. Apple cut the Core

A few details give the story its shape: 5% and 26%. Those are the pieces that keep this from feeling like a vague headline and make it easier to see where the real impact may land.

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