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The European Commission is requiring Apple to enhance how iOS interacts with third-party devices, including smartwatches and headphones. This move comes under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which aims to regulate digital “gatekeepers” and promote fair competition.
Under the new Apple interoperability regulations, the Commission has issued two legally binding decisions. The first compels Apple to grant app developers and hardware manufacturers greater access to iPhone features, making it easier for third-party devices to pair, transfer data, and display notifications. The second mandates greater transparency, requiring Apple to provide developers with technical documentation and clearer timelines for reviewing interoperability requests.
