Apple is set to roll out major updates for iOS, the App Store, and browser functionality, exclusively for iPhone users in the EU. The anticipated iOS 17.4 release in March will bring these changes, prompted by the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), which mandates the option for users to uninstall preinstalled apps, including web browsers.
However, Apple acknowledges limitations in addressing certain risks like scams and objectionable content under the new DMA-forced provisions. Further details on these changes will be shared with customers in March.
Also, NFC on iPhones in the EU will now support alternative wallet and banking apps, allowing tap-to-pay and setting them as the default for mobile payments.
The App Store is also getting a makeover, offering developers new options for payment service providers within their apps and introducing “via link-out” processing. This allows users to complete transactions for digital goods and services on the developer’s external website.
It’s important to note that these changes are tailored exclusively for EU iPhone users, ensuring a seamless browser experience while traveling. Meanwhile, the rest of the world will continue with WebKit Chrome.
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