UK lawsuit alleges Apple rip-off added 30% to price of smartphone apps


The case claims that Apple has broken competition law by charging eye-watering commission on purchases made on its App Store. Apple strongly disputes the claim. — James Yarema on Unsplash

Millions of Apple customers in the UK have been overcharged by the tech giant and should share in up to £1.5bil (RM8.37bil) of compensation, the High Court will hear this week.

The case claims that Apple has broken competition law by charging eye-watering commission on purchases made on its App Store. Apple strongly disputes the claim.

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