A large number of iOS users were disappointed to run into a “bug” last night that repeatedly asked users to agree to new terms and conditions. The problem, which is not uncommon when a high volume of users attempt to activate the new T&C’s at once, is now fixed. In related news, some may be surprised to learn that Apple’s newly updated App Store review guidelines include a new clause that could restrict the way apps advertise other apps and promotions within their own. It could also mean trouble for promotional app services such as FreeAppADay and other cross-promotional apps that often have the power to sway App Store chart rankings. PocketGamer.biz first noticed the new clause that appeared in Apple’s updated guidelines a couple of weeks ago:
- Apple launches alternative Maps app section in App Store (9to5mac.com)
- Passbook app listing goes live in the App Store with MLB, Lufthansa, Live Nation and more (9to5mac.com)
- iOS 6 App Store tweaked to promote a one-tap installation of free Apple apps (9to5mac.com)
It’s unclear at this point if Apple will truly go after these app promotion apps, but the new clause certainly seems to give them power to do so. PocketGamer noted: “Steel Media’s Swipe magazine and Free App Alliance as well as FreeAppDaily appear to be unaffected.” Apple does not appear to actively remove apps that break the new 2.25 clause, but PocketGamer suggested it would hit the apps when they attempt to update, “potentially winding down their influence over apps in the App Store.”
- Apple launches alternative Maps app section in App Store (9to5mac.com)
- Passbook app listing goes live in the App Store with MLB, Lufthansa, Live Nation and more (9to5mac.com)
- iOS 6 App Store tweaked to promote a one-tap installation of free Apple apps (9to5mac.com)
