The European Commission is taking aim at Apple’s closed ecosystem with a new document demanding "effective interoperability" between iOS, Android, and other platforms. Essentially, the EU wants Apple to make its exclusive features—like AirDrop and AirPlay among others—work with Android and other operating systems. The EU is calling for Apple to open up AirPlay entirely, allowing third-party devices to both send and receive media, putting it more in line with Google’s Cast technology, which already works across Android, iOS, and other platforms. Read more in our articles including "The EU demands Apple to make AirDrop, other iOS features work with Android" and "Google replaces Fitbit app with new Google Health app".
The European Commission is taking aim at Apple’s closed ecosystem with a new document demanding "effective interoperability" between iOS, Android, and other platforms. Essentially, the EU wants Apple to make its exclusive features—like AirDrop and AirPlay among others—work with Android and other operating systems.
The EU is calling for Apple to open up AirPlay entirely, allowing third-party devices to both send and receive media, putting it more in line with Google’s Cast technology, which already works across Android, iOS, and other platforms.
Our coverage of Apple Android compatibility includes: "The EU demands Apple to make AirDrop, other iOS features work with Android"; "Google replaces Fitbit app with new Google Health app"; "Apple iPhone 12, 12 mini in Purple now official". Each article provides unique insights and information.