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by FussyZeus 3066 days ago
Apple has always, since time immemorial, blocked apps that duplicated functionality of the core OS. Yes they make exceptions, but building a "better" web browser for iOS was a bad business choice, regardless of how long or well you skirted the rules.

You made your bed. Sleep in it.
1 comments
scarface74 3065 days ago
Apple has not blocked apps that duplicate core functionality for years.

There are plenty of alternatives apps for:

1. Podcasts

2. music

3. Mail

4. Maps

5. Movie

6. Ebook reading

7. Notes

8. Calendar

9. Messaging

10. Photos

11. Cloud storage.

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