HEY app is now available for sale on the iPhone in the US after a legal battle between Apple and Epic Games founders led to new rules allowing app developers to link out to their own payment systems in the US store.
Apple's (possibly criminal) contempt of court ultimately facilitated the resolution, enabling developers to retain direct customer relationships and billing capabilities.
The changes allow developers to bypass Apple's 30% commission fee and handle refunds directly, enhancing user experience and app distribution.
This development is seen as a win for users, and Apple's revenue from commissions is not expected to be impacted.