Apple will permit third-party app stores on devices in Brazil, a change to its standard practice. This decision comes following a recent ruling in the country.
According to reports from TechCrunch and Engadget, Apple is opening up its iOS ecosystem in Brazil to allow for the distribution of apps through channels other than the official App Store.
TechCrunch reported that Apple’s control over iPhone app distribution is loosening in Brazil. Engadget stated that third-party iOS app stores are coming to Brazil.
No further details regarding the implementation of these changes were provided in the available sources. The reports do not specify the nature of the ruling that prompted this shift in policy, nor do they detail any specific requirements or limitations for these third-party app stores.
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