After Apple opened gates for letting users sideload apps in the EU, we've seen a few App Store alternatives pop up, the latest among which is Skich Store. Thanks to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in ...

Skich is ‘specifically for mobile gamers’ — but has no games available at launch. Skich is ‘specifically for mobile gamers’ — but has no games available at launch. is a news writer focused on creative ...

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Apple rival Epic Games today announced plans to bring Fortnite to alternative app store AltStore in the European Union, which will mean the popular game will soon be available to download on iPhones ...

If you live in the European Union, iOS 17.4 is a massive upgrade. Apple began beta-testing the update on January 25 and outlined many of the changes that affect the apps and App Store experience on ...

AltStore PAL, the open-source app that is designed to distribute apps in the EU from independent developers, is now free thanks to a grant provided by Fortnite developer Epic Games. The alternative ...

In April, developer Riley Testut launched an alternative version of AltStore as an App Marketplace for iOS users in the European Union thanks to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) legislation. AltStore PAL ...

The first beta of iOS 17.4 is coming today, and it makes big changes to the iPhone, the App Store, and more in the European Union. Starting with iOS 17.4, Apple is opening the iPhone to what it calls ...

The Digital Markets Act (DMA) has arrived in the EU, and Apple is adapting its iOS ecosystem accordingly. This landmark event marks a significant shift in the traditionally closed platform, empowering ...

Epic Games has granted AltStore PAL a MegaGrant for innovating in app distribution. AltStore PAL will use this grant to cover Apple’s Core Technology Fee and let EU users access its digital storefront ...