Apple confirms that iPad does not support sideloading and does not fall within the scope of EU DMA regulations

In order to comply with the EU's "Digital Market Law", Apple launched the iOS 17.4 Beta version and opened the sideloading function. This function is only available to EU users. It should be noted that although there is essentially no difference between iPadOS and iOS systems,However, the iPad does not support sideloading. The functions of installing third-party app stores and downloading apps from third-party app stores are only available on the iPhone.

Not only that, users can choose third-party browser engines and change the default wallet payment application. These functions are also limited to iPhone.

It is understood that the EU's "Digital Market Law" determines that iOS is a "gatekeeper" platform. According to regulations, "gatekeepers" must lift various restrictions to promote market competition.

In the eyes of the EU, iPadOS is a completely different platform from iOS, so Apple can choose not to open sideloading.

In addition, the European Union's "Digital Market Law" determines that Apple's AppStore is a "gatekeeper" service platform and must therefore undergo rectification.

After the adjustment, developers will only pay Apple a 17% commission, and after a year, the commission rate drops to 10% for most developers and subscribers.

Because the iPad also provides application services to users through the AppStore, the AppStore's commission adjustment applies to the iPad.