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Aptoide, the independent app store, is now freely available on iOS for EU users. While claiming to be the first free alternative app store on iOS, the Epic Games Store technically launched first. However, Aptoide might be the first general, third-party storefront.
Apple's tight control over its iOS ecosystem has historically limited app store alternatives. Following legal battles and the Epic Games Store's iOS launch, Aptoide now offers a new option.
Those familiar with our mid-2024 coverage will remember Aptoide's beta. Now, all EU iOS users can download it. While Aptoide boasts being the first alternative, the Epic Games Store's earlier full release challenges this claim.
Aptoide's key differentiator lies in its broader app selection, extending beyond gaming. A unique feature allows users to choose specific app versions, a capability previously exclusive to Android and now a highlight of their iOS offering.
Despite potential initial skepticism, Aptoide's claim as the first truly independent storefront holds merit, particularly considering its beta phase. Unlike the Epic Games Store, which, while third-party, is still controlled by a major industry player, Aptoide represents a genuinely independent alternative.
This is significant news for those following the Epic v Apple case and the subsequent iOS market opening. The success of Aptoide in attracting users dissatisfied with Apple's App Store will be closely watched.
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