iOS 17.4 enables sideloading: Well-known third-party app stores are blocked by Apple

iOS 17.4 releases the sideloading function, allowing users to install third-party applications more conveniently. However, well-known third-party app stores have been blocked by Apple, triggering widespread discussion. PHP editor Baicao will give you an in-depth discussion of the background and impact of this incident, and help you understand the impact of open sideloading on the iOS ecosystem and user experience.

The official version of iOS 17.4 was launched this week. This system update brings these new features:

New emoji expressions, battery health improvements, iPhone stolen device protection function optimization, etc. wait.

iOS 17.4 introduces a refreshing feature called “sideloading”. Apple allows users to download apps from third-party app stores, which makes the user experience more similar to Android.

With the emergence of sideloading, Epic Games originally planned to bring its game store to iOS devices and bring "Fortnite" back to the iOS platform. However, this plan has collapsed.

On March 6, local time, Epic Games said that Apple terminated the company’s developer account and the company was unable to introduce its game store to iOS devices.

Epic Games said that this is a serious violation of the EU's "Digital Market Act" and the company will continue to work hard to return to the iOS platform.

In response, Apple responded, saying that Epic Games had seriously violated the Apple contract and therefore had the right to terminate its developer account.

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