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Apple and Epic argue over how much Apple should get from purchases made outside the App Store

Apple and Epic Games clash over the tech giant's proposed fees for purchases made outside the App Store.

By · Published August 14, 2026 at 06:29 UTC · Updated August 14, 2026 at 07:24 UTC

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The story so far

Apple and Epic Games are in dispute over the commission Apple wants to charge for purchases made outside the App Store. Apple has proposed a commission of up to 15% for such purchases. The Verge and Bloomberg.com have covered the dispute. The Supreme Court has temporarily halted the App Store rate proceeding.

The Supreme Court's decision to halt the App Store rate proceeding is the latest development in the ongoing legal battle between Apple and Epic Games. The halt comes as Apple proposes a 15% commission for purchases made outside the App Store, a move that has drawn criticism from Epic Games. The Verge and Bloomberg.com have covered the dispute. The halt is temporary, and the legal battle is expected to continue.

The dispute centers on Apple's proposed 15% commission for purchases made outside the App Store. Apple has proposed this commission, while Epic Games has argued that it is too high. The Supreme Court's decision to halt the App Store rate proceeding is the latest development in the ongoing legal battle between the two companies. The halt is temporary, and the legal battle is expected to continue.

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The obvious questions

What is the dispute between Apple and Epic Games about?

The dispute is over the commission Apple wants to charge for purchases made outside the App Store.

What commission has Apple proposed?

Apple has proposed a commission of up to 15% for purchases made outside the App Store.

What is the current state of the dispute?

The dispute is ongoing. The Supreme Court has temporarily halted the App Store rate proceeding.

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