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Epic Games' trial against Apple to begin May 3, 2021
By Stephen Warwick published
A California Court has confirmed that Apple's trial against Epic Games over Fortnite, the App Store, and the distribution of software on iOS will begin on May 3, 2021.
Apple and Epic Games agree to have lawsuit heard by court, not by jury
By Joe Wituschek last updated
Despite Judge Roger's recommendation that the lawsuit be tried by a jury, both Apple and Epic have refused that idea in favor of a court trial.
Epic 'does not dispute' breaking App Store rules in latest filing
By Stephen Warwick published
Judge says that Epic's lawsuit against Apple should go to trial by jury
By Joe Wituschek last updated
In today's hearing, Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers would not grant Epic an injunction against Apple and recommended the lawsuit go to trial.
Epic Games joins 'Coalition for App Fairness' in latest dig at Apple
By Stephen Warwick published
Epic Games says it has joined the 'Coalition for App Fairness' to challenge anti-competitive behavior. The group vocally opposes Apple's 30% App Store fee.
Epic CEO: Apple has lost all sight of the tech industry's founding principles
By Oliver Haslam published
Following Apple's request for damages over Fortnite's breach of App Store rules, Epic's CEO isn't happy.
Epic says Apple's disabling 'Sign in with Apple' for Fortnite soon
By Oliver Haslam published
Epic has tweeted to say that Apple is going to prevent Fortnite users from taking advantage of Sign in with Apple "as soon as September 11, 2020".
Apple files counterclaim against Fortnite developer Epic Games over breach of contract
By Luke Filipowicz published
Apple is pulling out the big guns in its legal battle with Fornite developer Epic Games as it files a counterclaim over breach of contract.
'1984' ad director Ridley Scott says Epic's parody ad idea was 'terrific'
By Oliver Haslam published
Epic Games parodied the famous "1984" Apple ad and a certain Ridley Scott has mixed feelings about it
Apple just terminated the Epic Games developer account [Updated]
By Lory Gil, Christine Chan last updated
Epic Games' entire catalogue of games has disappeared from the App Store after Apple terminated the Epic Games developer account.
App Store trolls Epic with PUBG Mobile editorial content amid Fortnite ban
By Oliver Haslam last updated
Apple is pushing PUBG Mobile and while it might be an amazing coincidence, that's difficult to believe.
Epic emails Fortnite players to remind them Apple is being a big meanie
By Oliver Haslam published
Epic has already told everyone that Fortnite Season 2 – Chapter 4 isn't coming to Apple platforms. But it's emailed them, just to make sure they know Apple is the bad guy.
Epic reminds iPhone, Mac, and iPad users that 'Apple is blocking Fortnite updates' and they won't get Season 4 tomorrow
By Oliver Haslam published
Epic wants to make sure that iOS and iPadOS users know why they're being left behind when Season 4 arrives tomorrow.
Apple responds to the judge's temporary order in the lawsuit against Epic Games
By Christine Chan published
Apple has issued a statement in response to the temporary order issued by the judge in the Epic vs. Apple case.
Did Epic lie to the judge about its Fortnite hotfix?
By Stephen Warwick published
At least one developer says that Epic Games' explanation to judge Gonzalez Rogers does not stack up with its previous filings, and he might be right...
Judge may stop Apple from blocking Epic's access to developer tools
By Joe Wituschek published
In a hearing on August 24, United States District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers gave hope to Epic's request about its Unreal Engine.
Apple says Epic Games wanted a 'special deal' for Fortnite in new filing
By Joe Wituschek published
Apple has filed an argument against Epic Games' request for a restraining order that would allow Fortnite back on the App Store.
Epic to hold #FreeFortnite Cup as one final event for iOS players
By Carli Velocci published
The event will be the final one iOS can participate in before the next update. Unless Fortnite is added back to the App Store, iOS players won't be receiving updates. Here's what you need to know.
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