Statement by Apple on App Store Review Guidelines
”In particular, we are relaxing all restrictions on the development tools used to create iOS apps, as long as the resulting apps do not download any code. This should give developers the flexibility they want, while preserving the security we need.”
Wall Street Journal analyser:
Apple Blinks in Apps Fight; Facing Regulatory Heat, Tech Giant Stops Barring Google and Adobe Technnology
”In an uncharacteristic about-face, Apple Inc. loosened its control over software development for its iPhones and iPads as the company feels heat from a U.S. antitrust investigation and rising competition from mobile devices powered by Google Inc.'s Android software.”
Apple’s New Developer Rules: The Specifics
”Adobe, understandably, is pleased: “We are encouraged to see Apple lifting its restrictions on its licensing terms, giving developers the freedom to choose what tools they use to develop applications for Apple devices,” the company said in a statement.”
ArsTechnica:
Apple relaxes restrictions on iOS app code, iAd analytics
”Apple will publish official guidelines used to review App Store submissions. With these guidelines, developers will be able to evaluate before and during development if their app stands a chance of being approved for sale. ”
Vad tror ni om allt det här? Smart drag från Apples sida?