Apple had to bow to the regulations of Digital Markets Act and allow to alternative app stores to operate outside theApp Store — ma only outside Europe. Apple would, in fact, have set up geographical limitations to avoid opening up to different app stores outside the EU. A decision that Apple would have taken for reasons of safety.
Apple opens alternative app stores, but only for Europe
A document discovered by 9to5Mac (via Apple Insider) reveals how Apple is addressing the challenges posed by the need to enable alternative marketplaces to function in the EU. But not to work outside European borders.
Two key systems emerge to maintain the alternative app marketplace in the EU. First, theID Apple it must be associated with an EU country. Second, the user must physically be in the EU. These restrictions are clearly designed to limit the ability to casually travel to the EU and install alternative marketplaces. While they are not insurmountable, they represent enough of a barrier to discourage most users.
The use of a control on the position of the device, immune to VPNadds another layer of safety. The user’s location is not transmitted to Apple, but serves as an indicator of eligibility. This approach prevents users from creating a ID Apple associated with a specific EU country and attempt to disguise their location with a VPN.
The ban on installing alternative marketplaces it is also extended to trips outside the EU. Although atravel allowance In the short term, the ban will kick in after a grace period, limiting the ability to install new ones app o updates outside pre-established geographical boundaries. So if you’re taking a short trip outside Europe, make sure you have all the apps you need. And if you stay outside the EU for a long time, you can only use the Apple App Store.
