Overview

• Apple has asked a federal judge to dismiss the U.S. Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit, which accuses the company of unlawfully dominating the smartphone market.
• The DOJ and 19 states allege Apple has restricted interoperability with third-party apps and devices, creating barriers for competitors and limiting consumer choice.
• Apple contends that its actions, such as limiting developer access to its technology, are reasonable and necessary to protect innovation and user experience.
• U.S. District Judge Julien Neals has stated he hopes to decide by January whether the case will proceed or if claims will be dismissed at this stage.
• This lawsuit is part of a broader trend of antitrust actions against Big Tech, with cases also targeting Google, Meta, and Amazon, though similar claims have failed in some instances.