News Summary

• This means users in the EU will be able to set their preferred alternative app store as the default app store on their device, rather than Apple's own App Store.
• Users in this region will have the ability to choose a primary contactless payment service, which is triggered at payment terminals or by double-pressing the iPhone's Side button.Within the EU, the Settings app will allow users to select and manage their preferred contactless payment provider.
• EU users will see an option for this in the Settings app.In addition, a Screen Time setting will allow parents to decide whether their children's devices are able to install apps from alternative app marketplaces.
• App developers in the EU will be able to offer alternative app stores or install their apps through alternative stores.
• Users in the EU will also get a pop up warning when an app from an alternative app store contains malware.
• With the new virtual card feature, Apple Cash users will be able to spend their balance even if Apple Pay is not supported by an online store.