The EU executive is using new powers intended to stop online gatekeepers dominating digital markets, given fears it might block out rivals to its own Apple Watch or AirPods.
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00:00The European Commission has asked Apple to open its Operative Systems iOS and iPadOS to other companies.
00:08Brussels wants Apple products to connect easily to other devices like smartwatches and headphones from other brands.
00:15The Commission wants the US company to map out the steps it plans to take to grant interoperability in an effective and fair way with iPhones and iPads.
00:24To comply with the Digital Markets Act, Apple must grant free and effective interoperability to rival businesses.
00:31The company is also being asked to establish a clear procedure for rivals to send their interoperability requests.
00:37Apple now has six months to make the changes.