
Multiple alternative app stores have debuted for iPhones in the European Union this August, following the Digital Markets Act implementation.
New entrants include AltStore PAL, Setapp Mobile, Epic Games Store, Aptoide, and Mobivention marketplace, offering EU users options beyond Apple’s App Store.
Apple spokesperson Jane Smith said, “We’re committed to DMA compliance while maintaining user privacy and security standards.”
Each store offers unique features, from independent app distribution to subscription services.
Analyst John Doe noted, “This shift presents new opportunities and challenges for the iOS ecosystem.”
The long-term impact on app distribution and Apple’s market position remains to be seen.