WWDC 2024 Will Include In-Person Special Event at Apple Park

While Apple does not plan to hold a traditional in-person WWDC event this year, the company will invite select developers and students to attend a special event at the Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California. On Monday, June 10, Apple will host a keynote viewing party to let attendees watch the pre-recorded unveiling of new […]

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Apple Working on Solution for EU Core Technology Fee Possibly Bankrupting Apps That Go Unexpectedly Viral

Since Apple announced plans for the 0.50 euro Core Technology Fee that apps distributed using the new EU App Store business terms must pay, there have been ongoing concerns about what that fee might mean for a developer that suddenly has a free app go viral. Apple’s VP of regulatory law Kyle Andeers today met […]

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Apple to Let EU iPhone Users Delete Safari and More Easily Transition to Android

In addition to adding support for alternative app marketplaces and alternative payment methods in the European Union, Apple is making several other changes to comply with the terms of the Digital Markets Act. Apple today outlined some of its upcoming plans in a DMA Compliance Report [PDF]. Apple is going to make it easier for […]

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Apple Gives Developers More Insight Into App Performance With Over 50 New Analytics Reports

Alongside the app ecosystem changes that Apple is making in the European Union to comply with the Digital Markets Act, Apple has introduced new analytics information that’s available to developers around the world. There are more than 50 reports that are available through the App Store Connect API, with these reports aimed at giving developers […]

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Apple Tweaks New EU App Store Business Terms After Developer Feedback

With the launch of iOS 17.4, Apple’s app ecosystem changes in the European Union have gone into effect. Apple today said that it made some last minute updates to its terms of service after receiving feedback from developers. To distribute apps through an app marketplace, with a reduced fee to Apple, or with an alternative […]

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Apple Starts Letting Developers Add Alternative App Marketplaces to App Store Connect

EU developers can now add alternative app marketplaces to App Store Connect, Apple said today. Apple is also accepting submissions for the Notarization process, which is required for all apps that will be distributed through alternative marketplaces. Apple is making these changes to ‌App Store‌ Connect ahead of the launch of iOS 17.4, an update […]

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Apple’s 2024 Swift Student Challenge Now Live

Apple today began accepting submissions for its 2024 Swift Student Challenge. Apple’s annual challenges ask students to create an innovative coding project using the Swift Playgrounds app. Apple first announced plans for an early 2024 launch in November 2023, giving students plenty of time to prepare for this year’s event. Apple will select 350 winners […]

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App Developers Can Now Sign Up for Consultations on Complicated EU App Ecosystem Changes

Apple this week announced that developers can sign up to meet with an Apple team member to discuss the changes being made to iOS, Safari, and the App Store in the European Union. Developers can request a 30-minute online consultation to ask questions and provide feedback about Apple’s changes. Topics of discussion include alternative distribution […]

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Apple Now Selling $300 Developer Strap for Vision Pro

Through its Developer website, Apple is offering a $300 “Developer Strap” for the Vision Pro, which provides a USB-C connection between the headset and a Mac. Apple says that the Developer Strap is helpful for “accelerating the development of graphics-intensive apps and games.” It is designed to provide the same audio experience as the standard […]

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Apple Expands Analytics Available to Developers as Part of App Store Changes

As part of the App Store changes being enabled in Europe, Apple is providing all developers worldwide with updated analytics information. More than 50 new reports are available through the ‌App Store‌ Connect API to help developers analyze their app performance. Some of the new metrics: Engagement – Apple is offering additional insight into the […]

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Apple Launching 2024 Swift Student Challenge on February 5

Apple will begin accepting submissions for its next Swift Student Challenge on Monday, February 5, Apple said today in news provided to developers. Apple first announced plans for an early 2024 launch in November, giving students plenty of time to prepare. The Swift Student Challenge tasks students with creating an innovative coding project using the […]

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Apple to Launch Next Swift Student Challenge in February 2024

Apple today announced that it plans to hold its next Swift Student Challenge in February 2024, marking the first time the company has provided advanced notice to give students time to prepare. The Swift Student Challenge tasks students with creating an innovative coding project using the Swift Playgrounds app. This year’s Swift Student Challenge will […]

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Apple Invites Developers to Labs, Workshops and Vision Pro Sessions Held in November

Apple today informed developers about a number of new developer activities that are taking place in November, including App Store activities, additional Vision Pro labs, technology consultations, and more. Apple in September began offering a range of “Meet with the Apple Experts” resources for developers, and the labs that are available this month are a […]

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Apple Expands Vision Pro Test Labs to New York City and Sydney

Apple today announced that it is expanding its Vision Pro developer labs to New York City, New York and Sydney, Australia to give developers additional locations where the new headset can be tested with their apps. Vision Pro developer labs first launched in August, giving developers a chance to try out the Vision Pro headsets […]

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Apple Launches ‘Meet With Apple Experts’ Resource for Developers

Apple today announced the launch of a new “Meet with the Apple Experts” resource for developers, providing developers with opportunities to participate in sessions, workshops, labs, and one-on-one meetings hosted by Apple. At the current time, Apple is offering more than 50 workshops and consultations, some of which are hosted online and some of which […]

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Apple Invites Developers to Cupertino for Workshop on Optimizing Apps for Performance and Battery Life

Apple today sent out emails inviting developers to visit the Apple Developer Center in Cupertino, California for a workshop on app optimization. Apple says that developers can learn to maximize app performance to “give people a great experience.” Attendees will learn how to optimize Apple frameworks and what Apple tools can be used for identifying […]

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Apple Vision Pro Developer Kits Now Available

Popular Stories iPhone 15 Pro: Top Five Rumored New Features Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 15 lineup in September. As usual, the Pro and Pro Max models are expected to have a wide range of new features, including a USB-C port, A17 Bionic chip, titanium frame, and more. Below, we have recapped the […]

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How to Install the iOS 17 Developer Beta on Your iPhone for Free

Apple has now released the first iOS 17 beta to developers, and in a first for the company, it is also giving non-developers the opportunity to download the beta on their iPhones for free. Keep reading to learn how it’s done. In years past when Apple has announced a major new operating system update, the […]

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Apple-Funded Study Suggests App Store Ecosystem Facilitated $1.1 Trillion in Sales in 2022

The App Store was responsible for an estimated $1.1 trillion in developer billings and sales in 2022, according to an Apple-sponsored study conducted by economists from Analysis Group. Apple shared the results of the study today as part of an ongoing effort to highlight the benefits of the ‌App Store‌ and the successes of developers […]

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Apple Developer App Gets WWDC 2023 Update

Apple has started preparations for the Worldwide Developers Conference that’s coming in under two weeks, and today, the Apple Developer app was updated for those who are attending or planning to join sessions and labs. The Apple Developer app outlines the 2023 session videos, 1-on-1 labs, Slack activities, and more. When iOS 17 and the […]

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