Apple Ordered to Open iPhone to Rival App Stores in Australia

T2Covered by 1 source · first reported by MacRumors / AppleInsider at 22 Oct, 05:41 UTC

Australia's Federal Court today ordered Apple to allow competing app stores, direct app downloads, and alternative payment services for Australian users from March 1, 2027. The orders follow the court's August 2025 finding that Apple misused its market power by restricting app distribution and…