iOS code could reportedly let Apple cut off apps when users miss iPhone payments
The short version
- It uses a new "App Managed Features" system that allows financing or partner apps to continually check if a financed device is in good standing.
- According to 9to5Mac , the code also includes a … Read the full story at The Verge.
The story
Code found in an iOS 27 beta would allow Apple to put a financed iPhone in "Restricted Mode" if it detects any missed payments, 9to5Mac reports. The finding follows a story from Bloomberg earlier this week claiming Apple is preparing to launch a new "Apple Upgrade" financing program for leasing new devices.
iPhones in "Restricted Mode" would reportedly lose access to nearly all apps, except for basics like the Phone app, Settings, and the App Store. It uses a new "App Managed Features" system that allows financing or partner apps to continually check if a financed device is in good standing.
According to 9to5Mac, the code also includes a …
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- The VergeiOS code could reportedly let Apple cut off apps when users miss iPhone paymentsabout 2 months ago
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How this story developed
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