Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) has rolled out the first beta version of iOS 17.5, which now enables users in the European Union to download apps directly from developer websites.
What Happened: The new feature, introduced in the latest iOS update, is in line with the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) and follows Apple’s previous move to allow app distribution through alternative marketplaces in the EU.
Apple had initially restricted app availability to these marketplaces but later announced plans to support direct app downloads from websites.
To qualify, developers must meet specific criteria, including being a member of the Apple Developer Program for at least two consecutive years and having an app with over ...