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iOS allows alternative browser engines in Japan


Using alternative browser engines in Japan In iOS 26.2 and later, browser engines other than WebKit can be used in two types of apps for users in Japan: Dedicated browser apps that provide a full web browser experience, and apps from browser engine stewards that provide in-app browsing experiences using an embedded browser engine. Apple will provide authorized developers access to technologies within the system that enable critical functionality and help them offer high-performance modern browser engines.

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