Apple Prepares iOS 17.5 for May Release with Major App Distribution Changes

iOS 17.5, set for early May release, introduces direct app downloads in the EU, complying with the Digital Markets Act.

iOS 17.5 beta 2 rolls out to developers, featuring compliance with the EU's Digital Markets Act allowing direct app downloads.
The update includes new features such as a 'Quartiles' game in Apple News+ and a new color-matched Podcasts widget.
Users in the EU can now download apps directly from developers' websites, bypassing the App Store.
Expected release dates for iOS 17.5 range from May 7 to May 14, aligning with potential new iPad launches.
Other Apple software updates include watchOS 10.5, macOS 14.5, and visionOS 1.2 beta 2.