How App Store Fees Were Watered Down
Apple Fellow Phil Schiller testified in court that he initially raised concerns over the 27% commission charged on web-based purchases, citing potential compliance risks and an "antagonistic relationship" between Apple and developers. The reduced fee was a result of the Epic Games-Apple ruling, but it only applied to 3% of the original commission for transactions outside the App Store. Apple's internal debate over the issue revealed the company's efforts to balance its compliance with the court's order.
- This back-and-forth highlights the challenges faced by large corporations in navigating complex regulatory environments while maintaining their business models.
- Will the ongoing disputes between Apple and Epic Games shed more light on how app developers' interests intersect with corporate priorities, and what implications this may have for future tech policy debates?