Apple has sent additional documentation regarding compliance with the European DMA law, with new information on plans to allow iOS users in Europe to remove Safari from the system if desired. Apple has stated that they aim to introduce this option by the end of 2024.
The document also includes details on the default browser selection screen that will be introduced in iOS 17.4, and Apple will also introduce an option for a default navigation app, such as choosing Google Maps over Apple Maps, with a target set for March 2025.
Source: Apple (PDF) via Thurrott
TLDR: Apple is updating its policies to comply with the European DMA law, allowing iOS users in Europe to remove Safari and choose default browser and navigation apps by the end of 2024 and March 2025, respectively.
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