Digital Markets Act Archives

iPhone Mirroring Still Missing for EU Users in macOS Sequoia Update

March 26, 2025 by Mintu

Apple’s latest operating systems, iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia, introduced several innovative features aimed at improving the user experience across devices. One of the most anticipated additions is iPhone Mirroring, a feature that enables users to access and control their iPhones directly from their Macs. This functionality offers seamless integration, allowing users to view notifications, manage apps, transfer files, and interact with their iPhones without physically handling the device. However, iPhone Mirroring remains unavailable for Apple users in the European Union (EU), and the upcoming iOS 18.4 update does not bring any changes regarding its availability. While Apple has cited … Read more

Apple vs. Meta Clash Over Interoperability and Privacy Concerns

December 22, 2024 by Mintu

The ongoing battle between two tech giants, Apple vs. Meta, has intensified, centered around the European Union’s (EU) Digital Markets Act (DMA). This competition regulation aims to level the playing field by ensuring that designated gatekeepers, like Apple and Meta, provide access to their core platform services without restrictions. As the EU debates the implementation of these rules, particularly in the context of Apple’s iOS, the fight has exposed deep rifts between the companies’ stances on interoperability and privacy. What Is the Digital Markets Act? The DMA, enacted by the European Union, targets anti-competitive behavior by major tech companies identified … Read more