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Australian court orders Apple to open the iPhone to rival app stores
The orders start on 1 March 2027 and ban fees for using rival app stores, like the one Apple charges in Europe. Apple says it will seek a stay and appeal.
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Fortnite is back on the App Store in Australia, Epic Games said on Friday. That came a day after the Federal Court of Australia ordered Apple to let the game return.
G’day, Australia. 🇦🇺 We’re back on the App Store. Drop in! https://t.co/7AUJ81BUSy
Fortnite (@Fortnite) October 23, 2026
The same ruling forces Apple to let iPhone users in Australia download apps from rival stores and developers’ websites from 1 March 2027. It follows Justice Jonathan Beach’s finding in August 2025…
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