UK to investigate Apple`s App Store over anti-competitive behavior
(iMore iPhone)

`The probe has been prompted by the Competition and Markets Authority`s (CMA) own work in the digital sector, as well as several developers reporting that Apple`s terms and conditions are unfair and could break competition law.` What you need to know Apple is under investigation in the UK. It`s over suspected anti-competitive behavior regarding its App Store policies. The CMA says complaints focus on the fact developers can only distribute apps on the iOS App Store and Apple`s own payment systems. The UK`s Competition and Markets Authority is launching an investigation into Apple over its App Store policies. The body announced today: In addition to designing, manufacturing and marketing electronic devices such as smartphones and tablets, Apple also operates the App Store. This is the only way for developers to distribute third-party apps on Apple`s iPhones and iPads, and the only way for Apple customers to access them. The probe has been prompted by the Competition a...