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Epic’s Tim Sweeney calls Apple App Store changes ‘hot garbage’


Tim Sweeney isn’t happy about Apple’s new rules.

In a lengthy post on X(formerly Twitter), Sweeney calls the update “a new instance of Malicious Compliance” — or, in layman’s terms, “hot garbage.” This afternoon, Apple announced it would allow sideloading, alternative app stores, and third-party browser engines on the iPhone with the rollout of iOS 17.4 this March. The company will also open up the App Store to game streaming services, and will finally allow developers to use alternative in-app payment options.

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