iOS 17.4 will allow third-party app stores in the EU

iOS 17.4 will be a historic change in iOS: third-party app stores will become a reality

After many rumors, Apple has made it official what we could all expect: Sideloading will become a reality on iOS with the release of iOS 17.4.. This practice will allow users in the European Union download apps and use alternative stores to your App Store. However, Apple has done it in its own way so that it does not create any security issues for the users.

Here’s how Sideloading will work on iPhones and iPads in the EU

The way Apple will implement Sideloading is somewhat unique. On the one side, will offer more than 600 new APIs, advanced application analytics, alternative search engine features and payment processing options.. These APIs will allow those who want to create their own alternative store to the App Store to do so following best practices and without the use of malware.

third party app stores They will work as an iOS app that can install other apps on your iPhone or iPad. Any developer can build an app platform as long as it meets Apple’s criteria for customer experience, fraud prevention, customer support, and more. These app stores They can be downloaded from the App Store. Although it hasn’t been made clear, it appears that individual apps cannot be loaded externally. only through stores.

Third-party applications will also undergo a verification process., and the iPhone or iPad will be able to determine if it is malware and warn the user. In addition, it must be taken into account that There is no commission charged for this type of application (store). as expected (there will only be a one-time fee for setting up an account on the system, which will cost 0.50 euros) and ongoing fees from 30 to 17% for large applications. Regarding subscriptions, the commission will be from from 15 to 10%.

Additionally, there are other things to consider with all of these changes:

1. Enabling third-party navigation engines. That is, WebKit will no longer be used by default.
2. Access to third party app stores.
3. Sideloading on iPhone and iPad in the EU.
4. Implementation of alternative payment methods within applications.
5. Opening NFC.

All these changes will apply in iOS 17.4 as soon as it is released. Apple has until the first week of March to implement them and comply with the Digital Markets Act, so we can expect the final version. until March 6.

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