Apple recently released iOS 17.4 beta update for developers, prompting some to discover that Apple has disabled the ability to create Progressive Web App (PWA) icons on iOS. Apple has confirmed this limitation for users in the European Union, citing regulatory requirements under the DMA that specify browsers must use non-WebKit engines.
The EU Competition Commission is reportedly sending inquiries to relevant developers to assess the impact of Apple’s actions and consider further investigation.
Apple’s reasoning for disabling PWA ability revolves around risk, security, and privacy concerns. They argue that allowing other browsers to create web app icons could pose risks, and note that only a small number of users utilize this feature.
Source: MacRumors
TLDR: Apple limits PWA icon creation on iOS for EU users due to regulatory requirements, citing risk, security, and privacy concerns. Users in the EU may be impacted, prompting further investigation by the Competition Commission.
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