OpenAI’s latest features take direct aim at the app store model

OpenAI is building out the pieces of an alternative to the traditional app store model, turning ChatGPT into a place where ...

The App Store itself is becoming AI-driven: A summary of Apple and Google's AI features, and what humans still need to do

As the store becomes more AI-driven, the human role of deciding 'what to convey, to whom, and how' becomes increasingly prominent.In 'ASO Trends in 2026' published by ASO consulting firm Phiture, the ...
9to5Mac

9to5Mac Top Stories: iOS 26.3 beta, App Store changes, Apple Music features

Welcome to 9to5Mac’s top stories of the week, where we recap the biggest news in the Apple world every Saturday. This week, we have the first beta of iOS 26.3, new details on the iPhone 18 and iPhone ...
Crypto Briefing

Meta’s AI agent app Muse hits number two on the US Apple App Store

Meta's Muse AI agent app reached number one on the US Apple App Store after launching September 8, 2026, with over 83,000 iOS downloads in two ...
macobserver

Apple Unveils Big App Store Update With New Subscription Features

Apple has announced a broad set of App Store updates that aim to help developers market their apps more effectively, improve app discovery, and build stronger subscription businesses. The new features ...
Pocket Gamer.Biz

Apple expands App Store capabilities with new marketing, discovery and subscription features

Personalised Collections and App Notes will provide tailored app recommendations to users. New discovery features begin rolling out this week in English in the US. Game developers can promote special ...

Only 12% of Top App Store Apps Use a Preview Video, Admiral Media Study Finds

State of App Store Listings 2026 analyzes 1,000 top US apps: most get the basics right but leave In-App Events, title ...
MacRumors

Japan App Store Gets Alternative Marketplaces, Third-Party Payments and More

Apple today introduced several changes to the App Store in Japan to meet the requirements of the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA) that goes into effect on December 18. The MSCA is similar to ...