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iPhone apps could get cheaper‚ but Apple is going to make it difficult
It’s official: Apple will support third-party payments for iPhone apps in the US. But it’s not as good as it sounds for developers or app buyers. Apps won't be cheaper now that developers can charge for digital content on their websites due to Apple’s fees.Â
Apple will still collect 27% or 12% fees from iPhone apps instead of the current 30% and 15%. Also‚ it’s up to the developer to report earnings to Apple and worry about customer support and payment security. As a longtime iPhone user‚ I’ll keep paying for digital content in the App Store via Apple‚ even if I’m paying that 30% fee.Â
There is a simple way for iPhone users to buy cheaper apps. And developers can implement everything with ease. I’ll describe the process below‚ but I’ll warn you before we get there that it probably won’t work because of human nature.
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