Such news is coming that Apple can give permission for third-party apps installation. But why is Apple doing such a thing which has already been against the permission of third-party apps installation. Why did Apple take such a decision and when will Apple users get this facility? Let’s know about it.
What is Third Party App?
A third-party app refers to an application developed by a vendor other than the original manufacturer or owner of the product (or website).
apple third-party apps installation: Apple Not Gives Permission to install Third Party Apps
Hackers and cyber-criminal make a dent in people’s banking through third party apps installation and permission and at the same time make privacy easy prey. Through these apps, cyber criminals put malware in your phone and you become a victim. To avoid all this, Apple does not provide its users the facility to install third party applications on the iOS platform.
This step of Apple to save its user from any kind of inconvenience is commendable, but Apple is also now joining the same race (allowing installation of third-party apps) for which Apple is not known.
What are the changes by Apple?
According to Bloomberg’s report, Apple is making major changes to the iOS platform and it can be seen in iOS 17 (iOS 17 is expected to be rolled out at WWDC 2023). Although nothing can be said about how much truth is there in this news, according to the reports, the following two major changes can happen in iOS 17:
- May allow third party stores and sideloading (facility to install software downloaded from the web)
- May allow to run installation packages directly as Android provides.
However, these two permissions (third-party app installation and sideloading) will definitely impact the privacy of the user. It is also crucial to observe the steps that Apple takes to ensure the user’s privacy remains intact with these two permissions. Apart from this, Apple is in the circle of questions from this decision (as per report).
What is the reason for Apple’s sudden action in this matter?
Apple is complying with the Digital Markets Act of the European Union. That’s why Apple has taken this step. The European Union’s Digital Markets Act requires Apple to allow third-party app stores on iPhones and iPads, as well as the ability to install software downloaded from the web (sideloading). This act will ensure fair and healthy competition.
apple third-party apps installation: Who will get this facility
As per the report, this third-party apps installation feature will be available only in Europe and Apple can also charge its users. If Apple refuses to comply with this act, the European Union will ban Apple.
Apple made major changes many times to abide by local laws
This is not the first time local laws have demanded Apple to implement significant changes. The company has already been told according to EU regulation to give USB-C connector on the next iPhones in 2023 instead of Lightning. The company is also planning for this. In China too, the company has made many agreements according to the local laws like:
- Apple must use a local provider to host the iCloud data.
- Apple must have to move AirDrop settings in a way that makes it harder for protesters to share information.
Conclusion on apple third-party apps installation
Apple’s decision to allow permission for third-party apps installation on their devices is a significant shift. But it is also a threat to people’s privacy and banking. Here it need to see how Apple handles privacy. However, the European Union is implementing this solely in accordance with the Digital Markets Act. But if it is successful there, then Apple can implement it in other countries as well.
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