Spotify vs Apple: Dispute Over App Store Fees Continues
Spotify, the renowned music streaming service, is locked in a dispute with Apple over App Store fees. The majority of Spotify's users enjoy their free, ad-supported service, which doesn't contribute to the App Store. Spotify wants to circumvent Apple's revenue-sharing model for their subscriptions.
Spotify's Apple Watch app is currently topping the Watch Music category. However, Spotify alleges that Apple is blocking access to products and updates for their app. Despite this, Spotify is integrated into platforms like CarPlay and has access to app development tools and resources. Spotify is requesting zero contribution to the App Store for their subscriptions.
Spotify generates no App Store contribution through partnerships with mobile carriers, and only a tiny fraction of their subscriptions fall under Apple's revenue-sharing model. Spotify's Apple Watch app was reviewed and approved by Apple in September 2018. Spotify has been informed by Apple that they are working on Siri and AirPlay 2 support, but the search results do not mention a specific person at Apple responsible for negotiations with Spotify regarding App Store payments.
Spotify's dispute with Apple over App Store fees continues, with Spotify wanting to avoid Apple's revenue-sharing model for their subscriptions. Despite the dispute, Spotify's Apple Watch app remains popular, and Spotify is integrated into other Apple platforms. Both companies are working on improving features, but the outcome of the negotiations remains uncertain.
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