Retro game emulators are now allowed on iPhone, as are HTML5-based mini apps and mini games, streaming games, chatbots and plug-ins in apps.
Developers
iOS 17.5 brings support for downloading iPhone apps directly from websites
The iOS 17.5 update provides support for downloading iPhone apps from developer websites but only for customers in the European Union (EU).
Learn how to code in Swift with free tutorials from Apple
Bookmark this new page if you’re interested in learning how to code and develop apps with Swift that run natively on iPhone, iPad, Mac and other Apple platforms.
Apple announces WWDC24 will kick off with a June 10 keynote
WWDC24, Apple’s annual software-focused event, kicks off with a pre-taped keynote on June 10 with limited in-person attendance for developers and students.
Apple permits EU developers to distribute iPhone apps directly from their websites
Third-party developers from the European Union will be able to offer iPhone apps for download directly from their websites, bypassing the App Store altogether.
Apple allowing US App Store developers to link to web payments
Apple has made a change to its App Store policies in the United States to allow buttons or links for external payment methods in third-party apps.
TrollStore v2.0.9 adds ability to enable Developer Mode right from app on iOS 16 and later
TrollStore, the perma-signing utility by iOS developer Lars Fröder (@opa334dev) that harnesses the power of a CoreTrust bug to let users permanently install sideloaded apps without re-signing them every seven days, added an important update on Thursday.
Apple doesn’t want terms AR, VR, XR or MR used in Vision Pro app listings on App Store
In addition, third-party apps published on the visionOS App Store should refrain from referring to the Vision Pro generically as a "headset," "helmet" or something similar.
Apple has a new developer rule to curb app tracking via device fingerprinting
Apple’s escalated anti-tracking measures as developers must clarify the use of any APIs labeled as “required reason API” that could be used for device fingerprinting.
AR/VR press invited to WWDC keynote
Specialized AR/VR press is invited to attend the June 5 keynote where the rumored extended-reality Apple headset should be formally unveiled.
Apple will soon let you resolve billing issues with iPhone subscriptions right within apps
Apple's new prompt will help people resolve any billing issues with renewable subscriptions on their iPhone or iPad, right within the app itself.
Apple calls this year’s WWDC a “very special event”
WWDC 2023 will be running from June 5 to 9 as an online affair, with Apple calling it a “very special event.” There will also be an in-person event on opening day.