EU Continues to Pressure Apple to Make iPhone Operating System More Accessible to Competitors

The European Commission continues to pressure Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) to open its iPhone operating system more to competitors. The Commission has instructed Apple to redesign its iOS operating system to be more compatible with competitors' smartwatches, headphones, and other devices. The Commission stated that external iOS developers need more details on how to request access to iPhone features. Additionally, the Commission indicated that a specific contact person should be provided for handling requests. The group wants Apple to adopt better processes regarding rejected requests and take steps toward reconciliation. The dispute has become a significant flashpoint for Apple, which argues that its closed system provides a superior user experience and better protects privacy. Meanwhile, the EU is also trying to rein in the power of major American tech companies.