In theory, this could see major competitors like Googles Play Store becoming available on Apple devices.

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Dismantling monopolies like these is exactly whatthe EUs new pro-competition law was designed to do.

Apple begrudgingly allows EU customers to use rival app stores on iPhone

These new rules will enableusers of apps like Spotifyto purchase audiobooks and subscriptions directly in-app.

While good news for some, Apple made it clear it is furious about the new features.

The DMA requires changes to this system that bring greater risks to users and developers, it said.

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But of course, theres a catch.

Tim Sweeney, the founder of Epic Games, described the changes onXas hot garbage.

Story bySion Geschwindt

Sion is a freelance science and technology reporter, specialising in climate and energy.

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