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Google Play Books purchases on iOS now skirt the App Store’s commission

Google has gained permission to sell its e-books and audiobooks directly to customers through its iOS app, Google Play Books. While iOS apps today can offer access to content previously purchased elsewhere, like e-books bought via a website, developers have to request a specific exception to link their iOS app’s users to the company’s own […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.



Google Play Books now allows direct purchases of e-books and audiobooks on iOS, bypassing Apple's 30% commission by redirecting users to Google Play's website. This feature enables family sharing across devices and was implemented using Apple's External Link Account Entitlement, following regulatory changes and the Epic Games lawsuit outcome.

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