EU Orders Apple to Enhance iOS Interoperability Under Digital Markets Act

Apple faces regulatory pressure to open iPhone and iPad systems to third-party devices and developers within six months.

The European Commission has initiated two proceedings to ensure Apple's compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
The first proceeding focuses on improving interoperability between iOS devices and third-party accessories such as smartwatches, headphones, and VR headsets.
The second proceeding examines the transparency and fairness of Apple's process for handling interoperability requests from developers.
Apple has been given six months to comply with the specified measures or risk fines up to 10% of its global annual revenue.
Apple argues that opening its systems too much could compromise user security but has committed to working constructively with the EU.