By Updates to support app distribution changes in the European Union
It seems like you’ve provided information about recent changes announced by Apple related to iOS, Safari, and the App Store in response to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in the European Union. Developers are being offered various tools and resources to understand and adapt to these changes. Here’s a summary of the key points you mentioned:
- Compliance with DMA: The changes are made to comply with the Digital Markets Act in the EU.
- Developer Support: Apple is offering support to developers through online consultations, providing information on alternative distribution on iOS, alternative payments on the App Store, linking to purchases on external webpages, and introducing new business terms.
- New APIs and Tools: More than 600 new APIs, developer tools, and related documentation have been introduced to assist developers in adapting to the changes.
- Labs for App Marketplaces: Apple is providing labs to help developers create alternative app marketplaces on iOS.
- App Store Connect Features: Developers who agree to the new business terms can now use new features in App Store Connect and the App Store Connect API to set up marketplace distribution and marketplace apps.
- TestFlight Updates: TestFlight now supports beta testing for apps using alternative browser engines and alternative payments through payment service providers. It also allows linking out to a webpage.
- Expanded App Analytics Reports: Soon, developers will have access to expanded app analytics reports for the App Store and iOS.
Overall, Apple is actively working to provide developers with the tools and information they need to navigate and adapt to the changes introduced in response to the Digital Markets Act in the EU.
