Apple and Epic wrap up first week of their blockbuster trial. Here’s what happened and what’s next

Apple and Epic wrap up first week of their blockbuster trial. Here’s what happened and what’s next

Is an iPhone just another gaming device, or a tightly controlled ecosystem? And is it really as secure as it is reputed to be?

Apple, the maker of the iPhone, and Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite, wrapped up the first week of testimony on Friday, with the iPhone inventor trying to fend off accusations from the video game developer that its App Store constitutes a monopoly and that it has engaged in anti-competitive behavior.

At the heart of the trial is Apple’s payment system, which must be used for any in-app purchases and gives Apple a 30% cut of any such transactions. In August last…

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