Apple's Phil Schiller Initially Opposed 27% App Store Fee on External Purchases

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By Tim HardwickFeb 25, 2025, 6:43 am517 pts
Apple Fellow Phil Schiller testified in court on Monday that he initially opposed the 27% commission Apple now charges on purchases made outside the App Store, citing compliance risks and potential developer backlash (via AP News). Schiller, who oversees the App Store, said he had concerns that the fee would…

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