After Apple accepted PC emulator software UTM SE for iPad and iPhone into the App Store in mid-July, the company has now also adjusted the official App Store rules. stated App review guidelines Received with a deadline of August 1st an update. Point 4.7 now states that PC emulator apps are allowed to offer game downloads, which means an app like UTM SE Ultimately only makes it reasonably possible.
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Apple writes, “Apps may offer certain software that is not embedded in the binary, specifically HTML5 mini-apps and mini-games, streaming games, chatbots, and plug-ins.” And new: “In addition, retro game console and PC emulator apps may offer game downloads.” The group emphasizes that the developer is responsible for all programs offered in the app. “(You) must ensure that such software complies with these guidelines and all applicable laws.”
Further changes in sections 4.7, 4.7.2 and 4.7.3 relate to non-controversial notarization within the framework of the alternative app marketplace. PC emulators must do this and must not contain any malware or privacy-threatening elements. Apple itself regulates apps from the alternative app marketplace not for their content, but for their security. For the first time, applications with pornographic content that were always banned in the App Store are now possible.
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As great as it is that Apple has reconsidered its stance on emulators, there are still technical issues. Apple still doesn’t allow JIT compilation. This means that emulators are slower than necessary UTM-SE Manufacturer Inspired to add “SE” for “slow version”. The JIT version can only be installed via complex paths.
Still, UTM SE has its fans who install older versions of Windows or Linux on their Apple devices and play with them – even professionally, if you can handle the speed. Some people also enjoy the memories of their youth with Windows 95 and Co.
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