Well, well, well—look who’s turning the tables on Apple’s App Store fees. Spotify, that’s who. Thanks to a court ruling that’s got the tech world buzzing (and Apple sweating), Spotify’s making moves. A federal judge just called Apple out for trying to sidestep her 2021 decision, and now Apple can’t collect fees on purchases made outside its App Store. Spotify? They’re already on it, rolling out an update that lets you subscribe directly through external links. More money for Spotify, and fingers crossed, for the creators too. Because let’s be honest, they deserve it. 🎵
But this isn’t just about saving a few bucks. Spotify’s going full rebel, taking a stand against Apple’s so-called ‘walled garden.’ With the latest update (version 9.0.40, if you’re keeping score), users can check out subscription options without Apple skimming off the top. And subscriptions are just the start—audiobooks and more might be next. Spotify didn’t mince words in their blog post, calling Apple’s foot-dragging ‘absurd.’ The takeaway? Apple’s reign might be facing its twilight. 😮
Not to be outdone, Epic Games is throwing its own party, cutting commissions in its store. It’s a wild new frontier, and Apple’s lawyers are probably drowning in coffee right now. Between appeals and a whopping half-billion-dollar patent loss in the UK, Apple’s having a week. But for Spotify and the gang? It’s time to crank up the victory tunes. 🎉
