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2 days ago

Spotify adds external subscription links to the iOS app following US court decision

Spotify can now include external subscription payment links in its iOS app, bypassing Apple's payment system due to a court ruling.

Apple exec Phil Schiller testifies that he raised concerns over App Store commissions on web-based sales | TechCrunch

Apple's Phil Schiller expressed concerns about the 27% commission on outside purchases and its potential impact on developer relations.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Court sides with Fortnite maker Epic as Apple sanctioned for defying order in App Store case

Apple has been found in contempt for violating a court injunction related to antitrust practices in an Epic Games case.

'Cook chose poorly': how Apple blew up its control over the App Store

Apple intentionally failed to comply with a court order regarding App Store changes, leading to enforced modifications by the judge.

3 days ago

Spotify breaks free from Apple's App Store fees

Apple faces new challenges as a ruling orders it to stop collecting external fees, impacting major apps like Spotify.

Mobile UX

Apple banned from monetizing and restricting external payment links in apps in the US

Apple can no longer tax external payment links or restrict external purchase processes within App Store apps, a significant win for developers.

Mobile UX

2 days ago

Spotify adds external subscription links to the iOS app following US court decision

Spotify can now include external subscription payment links in its iOS app, bypassing Apple's payment system due to a court ruling.

Apple exec Phil Schiller testifies that he raised concerns over App Store commissions on web-based sales | TechCrunch

Apple's Phil Schiller expressed concerns about the 27% commission on outside purchases and its potential impact on developer relations.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Court sides with Fortnite maker Epic as Apple sanctioned for defying order in App Store case

Apple has been found in contempt for violating a court injunction related to antitrust practices in an Epic Games case.

'Cook chose poorly': how Apple blew up its control over the App Store

Apple intentionally failed to comply with a court order regarding App Store changes, leading to enforced modifications by the judge.

3 days ago

Spotify breaks free from Apple's App Store fees

Apple faces new challenges as a ruling orders it to stop collecting external fees, impacting major apps like Spotify.

Epic Games takes aim at Apple and Steam with zero-commission policy for developers

Epic Games will not charge a commission for the first $1,000,000 in annual app revenue, benefiting small developers.

fromGadgets 360

Tech industry

Epic Games Ramps Up Apple, Google Fight With Third-Party Game Titles

Epic Games is introducing third-party mobile games to its marketplace amid a dispute with Apple and Google over app store fees.

European startups

Epic Games takes aim at Apple and Steam with zero-commission policy for developers

Epic Games will not charge a commission for the first $1,000,000 in annual app revenue, benefiting small developers.

fromGadgets 360

Tech industry

Epic Games Ramps Up Apple, Google Fight With Third-Party Game Titles

Epic Games is introducing third-party mobile games to its marketplace amid a dispute with Apple and Google over app store fees.

Epic Games sues player for stealing and selling Fortnite accounts

Epic Games is suing a player for allegedly stealing and selling Fortnite accounts, reinforcing its stance against cheating in the game.

Epic is bringing Fortnite to Arm-based Windows systems

Fortnite will support Arm-based Windows PCs through collaboration between Epic Games and Qualcomm.

SF parents

fromPolygon

Fortnite maker Epic Games sued over 'deceptive' Item Shop timers

Epic Games is being sued for deceptive practices regarding Fortnite's Item Shop, specifically its misleading countdown timers.

Fortnite Shows Why Cheaters Never Prosper After Epic Successfully Sues Pro Player

Epic Games is committed to upholding integrity in Fortnite by banning hackers and donating reclaimed prize money to charity.

Venture

Disney Teases Theme Park Integration With Disney X Fortnite Project

Disney's partnership with Epic Games aims to integrate theme park experiences with Fortnite gameplay.

A guest's experience at Disney parks may influence their Fortnite gameplay.

European startups

Fortnite is set to return to Brazilian iPhones

Epic Games is set to launch Fortnite and its mobile store in Brazil following a ruling mandating Apple to allow sideloading.

fromPolygon

Epic Games sues player for stealing and selling Fortnite accounts

Epic Games is suing a player for allegedly stealing and selling Fortnite accounts, reinforcing its stance against cheating in the game.

Epic is bringing Fortnite to Arm-based Windows systems

Fortnite will support Arm-based Windows PCs through collaboration between Epic Games and Qualcomm.

SF parents

fromPolygon

Fortnite maker Epic Games sued over 'deceptive' Item Shop timers

Epic Games is being sued for deceptive practices regarding Fortnite's Item Shop, specifically its misleading countdown timers.

Fortnite Shows Why Cheaters Never Prosper After Epic Successfully Sues Pro Player

Epic Games is committed to upholding integrity in Fortnite by banning hackers and donating reclaimed prize money to charity.

Venture

Disney Teases Theme Park Integration With Disney X Fortnite Project

Disney's partnership with Epic Games aims to integrate theme park experiences with Fortnite gameplay.

A guest's experience at Disney parks may influence their Fortnite gameplay.

European startups

Fortnite is set to return to Brazilian iPhones

Epic Games is set to launch Fortnite and its mobile store in Brazil following a ruling mandating Apple to allow sideloading.

Epic Games is addressing one of Windows-on-Arm's last big app compatibility gaps

Epic's release of anti-cheat support for Fortnite on Windows on Arm highlights a significant step in game compatibility for Arm-based PCs.

fromEntrepreneur

2 weeks ago

Fortnite Reveals a Jack in the Box Battle Map: CEO Minigames | Entrepreneur

Jack in the Box targets Gen Z gamers with 'Jack's CEO Minigames', offering prizes and a fun corporate gaming experience.

Software development

fromArs Technica

Epic Games is addressing one of Windows-on-Arm's last big app compatibility gaps

Epic's release of anti-cheat support for Fortnite on Windows on Arm highlights a significant step in game compatibility for Arm-based PCs.

fromEntrepreneur

2 weeks ago

Fortnite Reveals a Jack in the Box Battle Map: CEO Minigames | Entrepreneur

Jack in the Box targets Gen Z gamers with 'Jack's CEO Minigames', offering prizes and a fun corporate gaming experience.

more#gaming

European startups

Epic Games introduces automated 3D tagging to help detect IP violations in Fortnite | TechCrunch

Epic Games' Loci integration streamlines 3D asset tagging and helps detect potential IP violations for creators.

#knights-of-the-old-republic

European startups

Samsung changes Galaxy Store revenue share model, offers developers an 80%/20% split

Samsung is changing its Galaxy Store service fees, increasing developer revenue share from 70% to 80%.

The new fee structure aims to attract and retain app developers.

fromInverse

'Fortnite' Developer Just Added The Best Star Wars RPGs Ever To Its Store

Epic Games Store on mobile expands access to games and introduces free titles like Knights of the Old Republic.

The store is currently only functional on iOS in Europe and Android in the U.S.

fromKotaku

Games

Two Incredible Star Wars Games Are Free On Mobile If You Ignore Google's Malware Warning

Epic Games Store offers free Star Wars: KOTOR 1 for Android, despite warnings about 'harmful' downloads.

fromInverse

'Fortnite' Developer Just Added The Best Star Wars RPGs Ever To Its Store

Epic Games Store on mobile expands access to games and introduces free titles like Knights of the Old Republic.

The store is currently only functional on iOS in Europe and Android in the U.S.

Games

fromKotaku

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Two Incredible Star Wars Games Are Free On Mobile If You Ignore Google's Malware Warning

Epic Games Store offers free Star Wars: KOTOR 1 for Android, despite warnings about 'harmful' downloads.

#third-party-games

Video games

Epic brings third-party titles to its mobile game store | TechCrunch

Epic Games is launching a free games program for its mobile app store.

The company is aiding developers by covering iOS fees for their games.

fromwww.gamespot.com

Video games

Third-Party Games Have Arrived On Epic Games Store Mobile

Epic Games is expanding its mobile gaming offerings by adding 19 third-party games to its store.

Video games

Epic brings third-party titles to its mobile game store | TechCrunch

Epic Games is launching a free games program for its mobile app store.

The company is aiding developers by covering iOS fees for their games.

fromwww.gamespot.com

Video games

Third-Party Games Have Arrived On Epic Games Store Mobile

Epic Games is expanding its mobile gaming offerings by adding 19 third-party games to its store.

more#third-party-games

Miscellaneous

Epic expands its mobile game store by helping cover developer iOS fees

Epic Games expands its mobile app store with third-party games and free game offerings, hoping to reshape how digital purchases work across platforms.

Miscellaneous

fromFuturism