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The EU's new charges against Google could lead to at least $35 billion in fines


It also ordered Apple to provide greater compatibility with third-party devices like smartwatches and headphones.

The EC also charged the company with preventing Google Play app developers from informing customers of alternative channels for cheaper offers. The EU's moves follow through on a recent promise to enforce its regulatory laws despite tariff threats from Trump as part of his escalating trade war with other nations. Unless Apple wants to face fines of over $39 billion, it will have to improve areas like notifications for third-party smartwatches, data transfer speeds (like peer-to-peer Wi-Fi and NFC) and the pairing process on connected accessories from competing companies.

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