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This page tracks official Apple Developer News and turns each update into a short App Store operations summary. Use it to see what changed, why it matters, and which App Store or developer workflow may need attention.

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Hello Developer: October 2026

Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

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OfficialOct 5, 2026

Prepare and submit your apps for iPhone Duo

iPhone Duo will be available to customers starting October 23, 2026. To get your apps and games ready today, you can:

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

App StoreOct 5, 2026

Showcase your apps with new assets on the App Store

Make your apps and games stand out with new creative assets on the App Store and asset management tools in App Store Connect.

Why it matters: Check whether a field, metric definition or workflow used in your reporting changed. Keep pre-change and post-change observations separate until comparability is confirmed.

DeveloperOct 2, 2026

Updates to Full Disk Access in macOS

We give developers powerful APIs to build incredible capabilities into their apps for Apple products, backed by a set of controls designed to protect users’ private data. Full Disk Access largely sidesteps these control…

Why it matters: For affected storefronts, compare tax treatment and developer proceeds before changing customer prices. The announcement does not establish a change in app demand.

DeveloperOct 1, 2026

Upcoming expiration of Developer ID Certification Authority (Sub-CA)

The original Developer ID Certification Authority (Sub-CA) expires on February 1, 2027. Certificates issued by this authority will stop working on that date.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

OfficialSep 18, 2026

Build for iPhone Duo with new resources

Get Figma and Sketch design kits for iPhone Duo from the Apple Design Resources.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

OfficialSep 16, 2026

Get ready with the latest beta releases

The beta versions of iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, macOS 27.2, tvOS 27.2, visionOS 27.2, and watchOS 27.2 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and…

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

CommerceSep 16, 2026

Get your subscriptions ready for iOS 27

Discover how you can expand the reach of your subscriptions with new features in iOS 27. You can start preparing today by making sure your apps use StoreKit 2 to handle your Apple In-App Purchases.

Why it matters: Review purchase, renewal and restore flows affected by the announcement. Use sandbox transactions to verify implementation before changing production offers.

DeveloperSep 16, 2026

Updates to App Tracking Transparency in the European Union

As part of agreements with select European competition authorities, Apple is introducing changes to its App Tracking Transparency framework in the European Union. Beginning with iOS 27.2 and iPadOS 27.2, developers will…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperSep 9, 2026

Get ready for iPhone Duo

Start getting ready for iPhone Duo today. Watch new videos, sign up for Group Labs, and take part in Q&As on the Apple Developer Forums.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

App StoreSep 9, 2026

App Store submissions now open for the latest OS releases

iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, visionOS 27, and watchOS 27 will soon be available to customers worldwide, which means you can now submit apps and games that take advantage of the latest Apple technologies and inn…

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

App StoreSep 2, 2026

Hello Developer: September 2026

In this edition: Get ready for a special Apple Event, take advantage of Analytics in App Store Connect, and sign up for new developer events in Cupertino.

Why it matters: Check whether a field, metric definition or workflow used in your reporting changed. Keep pre-change and post-change observations separate until comparability is confirmed.

OfficialSep 1, 2026

“The impact was the biggest surprise“: Swiggy’s transition to native pays off

Swiggy began as a humble food delivery service. Today, it’s India’s leading on-demand convenience platform, one that offers everything from groceries via Instamart to restaurant bookings via Dineout. And since 2024, it’…

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

OfficialSep 1, 2026

Upcoming changes to Rosetta support for Intel-based macOS apps

In 2020, we introduced Apple silicon for Mac computers, providing Rosetta as a translation layer during the transition period. As announced at WWDC last year, we’re now concluding this transition.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

App StoreAug 27, 2026

Tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions

The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 43 currencies across 175 storefronts.

Why it matters: For affected storefronts, compare tax treatment and developer proceeds before changing customer prices. The announcement does not establish a change in app demand.

OfficialAug 26, 2026

Surprise and shine

Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.Watch on apple.com, Apple TV, or YouTube Live.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

OfficialAug 24, 2026

Update: New domain for Sign in with Apple

Starting later this year, new Sign in with Apple addresses, previously issued on privaterelay.appleid.com, will be issued on private.icloud.com. Existing addresses on privaterelay.appleid.com will continue to work and f…

Why it matters: For affected storefronts, compare tax treatment and developer proceeds before changing customer prices. The announcement does not establish a change in app demand.

DeveloperAug 18, 2026

Changes for apps in the European Union

Apple is making changes to its business terms for apps in the European Union, following close collaboration with the European Commission. The changes reduce complexity by moving every developer that distributes apps in…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperAug 18, 2026

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available

Attachment 14 of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been added to specify updated terms for apps in the European Union, including alternative distribution, alternative payments, and business terms. These…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

App StoreAug 12, 2026

Updates to age ratings for the Republic of Korea

Apple generates appropriate age ratings based on your answers to the age rating questionnaire in App Store Connect. In compliance with local regulatory requirements, apps in the Games and Entertainment categories distri…

Why it matters: Check the named rule against your app's behavior, disclosures and listing. Record any necessary changes before the next submission; an announcement alone does not imply your app is noncompliant.

DeveloperAug 5, 2026

Hello Developer: August 2026

Check out an all-new video from Cupertino to dive deeper into the biggest updates from WWDC26.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

App StoreAug 5, 2026

Get ready for new creative assets on the App Store

As we announced in June, Apple is introducing new ways to market your apps and games on the App Store. With these new assets, you can go beyond in-use visuals to highlight your brand, seasonal offerings, exciting new co…

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

OfficialJul 9, 2026

Age rating questionnaire now includes social media questions

As announced in June, new Time Allowances in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, or later, give parents more flexible ways to manage the time their kids spend in apps across categories, including Entertainment, Games, and…

DeveloperJul 7, 2026

Hello Developer: July 2026

Try an all-new search tool on the Apple Developer website.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

OfficialJun 23, 2026

Design kits for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27 are here

Apple design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27. These include:

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

DeveloperJun 18, 2026

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available

Attachment 12 of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to specify terms for iOS apps in Brazil, including alternative distribution, alternative payments and out-of-app offers, and the Core Techn…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperJun 18, 2026

Changes to iOS in Brazil

As part of a recent agreement with Brazil’s competition regulator CADE (Conselho Administrativo de Defesa Econômica), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Brazil. Beginning…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

OfficialJun 15, 2026

New domain for Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email

Later this summer, Apple will unify the email domains used by Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email under a single, shared domain: private.icloud.com.

Why it matters: For affected storefronts, compare tax treatment and developer proceeds before changing customer prices. The announcement does not establish a change in app demand.

OfficialJun 11, 2026

WWDC26 survey

Share your thoughts on this year’s conference.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

OfficialJun 11, 2026

Deprecation of the ImageCreator class

As we continue to refine our approach to image generation, the ImageCreator class is being discontinued and will no longer work in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, and visionOS 27 or later. When we introduced the Image Play…

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

DeveloperJun 8, 2026

Find out what's new for Apple developers

Discover the latest advancements on all Apple platforms and create even more unique, intelligent experiences in your apps and games with major enhancements across languages, frameworks, tools, and services. The latest S…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

OfficialJun 8, 2026

Introducing Time Allowances

New Time Allowances in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, or later, give parents more flexible ways to manage the time their kids spend in apps across categories, including Entertainment, Games, and Social Media. Time All…

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

App StoreJun 8, 2026

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines now available

The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features, updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and sign in to your acco…

DeveloperJun 3, 2026

Update for Apps Distributed in Texas

Due to a recent court ruling lifting an injunction on Texas law SB 2420, new Apple Accounts in Texas are now subject to the law, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. As previo…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperJun 3, 2026

Apple Developer Centers are expanding to Berlin

Apple Developer Centers are dedicated spaces designed for in-person developer sessions, labs, workshops, and appointments across a wide range of Apple technologies and platforms.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

OfficialJun 2, 2026

Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award winners

Join us in celebrating these extraordinary apps and games.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

OfficialJun 1, 2026

All systems glow

WWDC26 is just one week away. Get ready for five days of technology, creativity, and community — all online and free.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

OfficialMay 26, 2026

Get ready with the latest beta releases

The beta versions of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, and watchOS 26.6 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and…

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

App StoreMay 21, 2026

Upcoming changes to age ratings in Australia and Vietnam

Starting June 18, 2026, age ratings on the App Store will be updated in Australia and Vietnam.

OfficialMay 18, 2026

Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award finalists

Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design. But they’ve also become something more: A moment to step back and celebrate the work of Apple develo…

Why it matters: For affected storefronts, compare tax treatment and developer proceeds before changing customer prices. The announcement does not establish a change in app demand.

OfficialMay 18, 2026

Coming bright up

Get ready for a week of technology, creativity, and community — all online and free. Here’s what WWDC26 has in store.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

DeveloperMay 12, 2026

Hello Developer: May 2026

Meet inspiring developers, advocates, and educators.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperMay 12, 2026

Get the most out of your Apple Developer account

A free Apple Developer account provides access to the tools, resources, and support you need to build and test apps and games. A free developer account is separate from an Apple Developer Program membership. Even if you…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

App StoreMay 11, 2026

Tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions

The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 43 currencies across 175 storefronts. From time to time, we may need to adjust prices or your proceeds due to…

Why it matters: For affected storefronts, compare tax treatment and developer proceeds before changing customer prices. The announcement does not establish a change in app demand.

App StoreMay 8, 2026

Brazilian betting license requirement for App Store availability

Following changes to Brazil’s fixed-odds betting regulation, apps with fixed-odds betting (gambling) features can now be distributed on the App Store in Brazil with a valid fixed-odds betting license from the Secretaria…

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

DeveloperMay 5, 2026

To those who build community

All around the world, Apple developers do meaningful work that extends beyond great apps and games. They organize events, write tutorials, mentor others, and create spaces to learn and grow. By sharing their expertise a…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

App StoreApr 27, 2026

Now Available: Monthly Subscriptions with a 12-Month Commitment

Today, we’re introducing a new way that people can pay for your auto-renewable subscriptions on the App Store: monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment. This new payment option allows you to offer subscribers mo…

Why it matters: Review purchase, renewal and restore flows affected by the announcement. Use sandbox transactions to verify implementation before changing production offers.

OfficialApr 24, 2026

Lykke Studios: In pursuit of puffy perfection

The delightful game puffies. combines the satisfying snap of a jigsaw puzzle with the nostalgic delight of a sticker book.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

DeveloperApr 7, 2026

Hello Developer: April 2026

Catch up on essential sessions before WWDC26.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

OfficialApr 3, 2026

How Infold Games fashioned an open world for Infinity Nikki

Infinity Nikki is a literally glowing example of what video game graphics can be.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

OfficialApr 3, 2026

Q&A: How Plane Finder set itself up for the long haul

Plane Finder is a sparkling example of what happens when a small team grows with a platform.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

App StoreMar 31, 2026

App Store expands support to 11 new languages

To help your apps and games reach more people worldwide — especially in India — App Store Connect now supports localized metadata for 11 new languages, bringing the total number of supported localizations to 50. The new…

Why it matters: Check whether a field, metric definition or workflow used in your reporting changed. Keep pre-change and post-change observations separate until comparability is confirmed.

App StoreMar 30, 2026

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available

The Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to support new features, updated policies, and clarifications. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

OfficialMar 30, 2026

Get ready with the latest beta releases

The beta versions of iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, macOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and watchOS 26.5 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and…

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

App StoreMar 26, 2026

Update on regulated medical device apps in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and United States

To provide additional transparency to customers, the App Store will now display whether an app is a regulated medical device on its product page in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or United States. Reg…

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

App StoreMar 25, 2026

New In-App Purchase and subscription data now available in Analytics

Analytics in App Store Connect receives its biggest update since its launch, including a refreshed user experience that makes it easier to measure the performance of your apps and games. Updates include:

Why it matters: Review purchase, renewal and restore flows affected by the announcement. Use sandbox transactions to verify implementation before changing production offers.

DeveloperMar 23, 2026

WWDC26: June 8-12, 2026

Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology, creativity, and community.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperMar 17, 2026

Apple Developer is now on bilibili and LinkedIn

Check out Apple Developer on bilibili and LinkedIn to learn about the latest news, announcements, videos, and events — including the Worldwide Developers Conference and Meet with Apple activities — for the developer com…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

App StoreMar 12, 2026

Adjustments to the China storefront of the App Store on iOS and iPadOS

Apple is making changes to the App Store in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator.

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

DeveloperMar 3, 2026

Hello Developer: March 2026

Get tips on privacy and security in a new developer activity.

DeveloperFeb 24, 2026

Age requirements for apps distributed in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana

Today we’re providing an update on the tools available for developers to meet their age assurance obligations under upcoming U.S. and regional laws, including in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana. Update…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

OfficialFeb 16, 2026

Get ready with the latest beta releases

The beta versions of iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, macOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, visionOS 26.4, and watchOS 26.4 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and…

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

App StoreFeb 6, 2026

Updated App Review Guidelines now available

The App Review Guidelines have been revised to clarify that apps with random or anonymous chat are subject to the 1.2 User-Generated Content guideline.

App StoreFeb 6, 2026

Swift Student Challenge submissions are now open

The Swift Student Challenge is here! Submissions are now open through February 28, and students from all over the world are invited to submit their app playgrounds.

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

DeveloperFeb 3, 2026

Hello Developer: February 2026

In this edition: Big news about agentic coding in Xcode. Plus:

Why it matters: Check the required SDK or build version against your next submission and CI configuration. Assign a test build before the effective date stated by Apple.

App StoreFeb 3, 2026

Upcoming SDK minimum requirements

Starting April 28, 2026, apps and games uploaded to App Store Connect need to meet the following minimum requirements:

Why it matters: Check the required SDK or build version against your next submission and CI configuration. Assign a test build before the effective date stated by Apple.

App StoreJan 29, 2026

Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions

The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 43 currencies across 175 storefronts.

Why it matters: Review purchase, renewal and restore flows affected by the announcement. Use sandbox transactions to verify implementation before changing production offers.

DeveloperJan 6, 2026

Hello Developer: January 2026

We‘re hitting the ground running in 2026. In this edition:

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperDec 23, 2025

Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas

A recent injunction issued by a district court suspended enforcement of Texas state law SB2420, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. In light of this ruling, Apple will pause…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperDec 17, 2025

Changes to iOS in Japan

To comply with the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Japan. Beginning with iOS 26.2, developers can distribute apps on alternativ…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

App StoreDec 17, 2025

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available

The Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to support new features, updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

DeveloperDec 8, 2025

New Requirements for Social Media Apps in Australia

Beginning December 10, 2025, a new Australian law will require certain social media platforms operating in Australia to prevent people under 16 from having a social media account. Impacted developers are responsible for…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperDec 4, 2025

Hello Developer: December 2025

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

App StoreDec 4, 2025

App Store Award winners announced

Join us in celebrating the outstanding work of these developers from around the world.

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

App StoreNov 19, 2025

App Store Award finalists announced

Every year, the App Store Awards celebrate exceptional apps and games that improve people’s lives while showcasing the highest levels of technical innovation, user experience, design, and positive cultural impact. This…

Why it matters: For affected storefronts, compare tax treatment and developer proceeds before changing customer prices. The announcement does not establish a change in app demand.

App StoreNov 13, 2025

Introducing the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program

Today, we’re introducing the Mini Apps Partner Program, which expands on the App Store’s ongoing support for apps that offer mini apps. Mini apps are self-contained experiences that are built using web technologies like…

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

App StoreNov 13, 2025

Updated App Review Guidelines now available

The App Review Guidelines have been revised to support updated policies and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below:

DeveloperNov 6, 2025

Hello Developer: November 2025

In this edition: Catch the new design in the wild, and let Apple experts show you how to quickly and easily bring it to your apps. Plus, get the latest on the Swift Student Challenge 2026, and check out new developer vi…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

PolicyNov 4, 2025

Next steps for apps distributed in Texas

Today we’re releasing more details about the tools we’re making available for developers to help them meet their compliance obligations under upcoming U.S. state laws, including SB2420 in Texas. While we’re providing th…

Why it matters: It may require a review of App Store compliance, agreements, guidelines, or release checklists.

OfficialNov 4, 2025

Get ready with the latest beta releases

The beta versions of iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, macOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2, visionOS 26.2, and watchOS 26.2 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and…

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

App StoreOct 30, 2025

Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions

The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.

Why it matters: Review purchase, renewal and restore flows affected by the announcement. Use sandbox transactions to verify implementation before changing production offers.

App StoreOct 29, 2025

Enhancements to help you submit and market your apps and games

As part of our ongoing commitment to helping developers succeed on the App Store, we’re introducing new options for submitting content and updates while your app is in review, double the number of custom product pages,…

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

DeveloperOct 9, 2025

New requirement for apps using Sign in with Apple for account creation

Starting January 1, 2026, developers based in the Republic of Korea must provide a server‑to‑server notification endpoint when registering a new Services ID, or updating an existing Services ID, to associate their websi…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

App StoreOct 8, 2025

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available

The Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to support updated policies and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

DeveloperOct 8, 2025

New requirements for apps available in Texas

Beginning January 1, 2026, a new state law in Texas — SB2420 — introduces age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. While we share the goal of strengthening kids’ online safety, we are concerned th…

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperOct 7, 2025

Hello Developer: October 2025

This month: Watch a new code-along video to discover how to use the Foundation Models framework to access the on-device LLM that powers Apple Intelligence.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

App StoreSep 25, 2025

Upcoming Currency Change in Bulgaria

Beginning January 1, 2026, Bulgaria will adopt the euro (EUR) as its official currency, replacing the Bulgarian lev (BGN). As a result, the currency for App Store purchases and subscriptions in Bulgaria will change from…

Why it matters: Review purchase, renewal and restore flows affected by the announcement. Use sandbox transactions to verify implementation before changing production offers.

OfficialSep 22, 2025

Get ready with the latest beta releases

The beta versions of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS 26.1, tvOS 26.1, visionOS 26.1, and watchOS 26.1 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And to take advantage of t…

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

App StoreSep 9, 2025

App Store submissions now open for the latest OS releases

iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26 will soon be available to customers worldwide — which means you can now submit apps and games that take advantage of Apple’s broadest design update…

Why it matters: It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.

DeveloperSep 2, 2025

Hello Developer: September 2025

Be ready for the new design. Whether you’re a longtime pro or a hobbyist, get inspired and make your apps and games look their best by exploring videos, downloads, and docs.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

OfficialAug 26, 2025

Awe dropping.

Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.Watch on apple.com, Apple TV, or YouTube Live.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

App StoreAug 21, 2025

Tax and Price Updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions

The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.

Why it matters: For affected storefronts, compare tax treatment and developer proceeds before changing customer prices. The announcement does not establish a change in app demand.

DeveloperAug 5, 2025

Hello Developer: August 2025

Sign up for new Apple developer workshops all over the world. Plus, download Apple UI design kits for Figma and Sketch, meet the Italy-based team behind Sunlitt, and more.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

App StoreJul 24, 2025

Updated age ratings in App Store Connect

The App Store is designed to be a safe and trusted place for all ages, including children. The age rating system for apps and games has been updated in order to provide people with more granular age ratings. We’ve also…

App StoreJul 22, 2025

New 64-bit requirement for watchOS apps

Beginning April 2026, watchOS apps uploaded to App Store Connect must also include 64-bit support and be built with the watchOS 26 SDK. To enable 64-bit support in your project, we recommend using the default Xcode buil…

Why it matters: Check the required SDK or build version against your next submission and CI configuration. Assign a test build before the effective date stated by Apple.

OfficialJul 18, 2025

iOS and iPadOS 26 design kits are here

Apple Ul design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS and iPadOS 26.

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

OfficialJun 26, 2025

Updates for apps in the European Union

The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:

Why it matters: It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.

DeveloperJun 13, 2025

Today @ WWDC25: Day 5

Join Apple engineers and your developer peers online to ask questions, get advice, and follow the discussion about the week’s biggest announcements.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperJun 12, 2025

Today @ WWDC25: Day 4

Join Apple engineers and your developer peers online to ask questions, get advice, and follow the discussion about the week’s biggest announcements.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

DeveloperJun 11, 2025

Today @ WWDC25: Day 3

Join Apple engineers and your developer peers online to ask questions, get advice, and follow the discussion about the week’s biggest announcements.

Why it matters: It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.

Latest Apple Developer News for App Store Teams

Hello Developer: October 2026

Prepare and submit your apps for iPhone Duo

Showcase your apps with new assets on the App Store

Updates to Full Disk Access in macOS

Upcoming expiration of Developer ID Certification Authority (Sub-CA)

Build for iPhone Duo with new resources

Get ready with the latest beta releases

Get your subscriptions ready for iOS 27

Updates to App Tracking Transparency in the European Union

Get ready for iPhone Duo

App Store submissions now open for the latest OS releases

Hello Developer: September 2026

“The impact was the biggest surprise“: Swiggy’s transition to native pays off

Upcoming changes to Rosetta support for Intel-based macOS apps

Tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions

Surprise and shine

Update: New domain for Sign in with Apple

Changes for apps in the European Union

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available

Updates to age ratings for the Republic of Korea

Hello Developer: August 2026

Get ready for new creative assets on the App Store

Age rating questionnaire now includes social media questions

Hello Developer: July 2026

Design kits for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27 are here

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available

Changes to iOS in Brazil

New domain for Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email

WWDC26 survey

Deprecation of the ImageCreator class

Find out what's new for Apple developers

Introducing Time Allowances

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines now available

Update for Apps Distributed in Texas

Apple Developer Centers are expanding to Berlin

Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award winners

All systems glow

Get ready with the latest beta releases

Upcoming changes to age ratings in Australia and Vietnam

Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award finalists

Coming bright up

Hello Developer: May 2026

Get the most out of your Apple Developer account

Tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions

Brazilian betting license requirement for App Store availability

To those who build community

Now Available: Monthly Subscriptions with a 12-Month Commitment

Lykke Studios: In pursuit of puffy perfection

Hello Developer: April 2026

How Infold Games fashioned an open world for Infinity Nikki

Q&amp;A: How Plane Finder set itself up for the long haul

App Store expands support to 11 new languages

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available

Get ready with the latest beta releases

Update on regulated medical device apps in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and United States

New In-App Purchase and subscription data now available in Analytics

WWDC26: June 8-12, 2026

Apple Developer is now on bilibili and LinkedIn

Adjustments to the China storefront of the App Store on iOS and iPadOS

Hello Developer: March 2026

Age requirements for apps distributed in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana

Get ready with the latest beta releases

Updated App Review Guidelines now available

Swift Student Challenge submissions are now open

Hello Developer: February 2026

Upcoming SDK minimum requirements

Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions

Hello Developer: January 2026

Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas

Changes to iOS in Japan

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available

New Requirements for Social Media Apps in Australia

Hello Developer: December 2025

App Store Award winners announced

App Store Award finalists announced

Introducing the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program

Updated App Review Guidelines now available

Hello Developer: November 2025

Next steps for apps distributed in Texas

Q&A: How Plane Finder set itself up for the long haul