Posted Jun 18, 2026 at 3:23 PM UTCJExternal LinkJay PetersiOS users in Brazil will now be able to install alternative app marketplaces.We knew this was coming thanks to a settlement Apple made with Brazil’s competition watchdog last year, but now it’s official.Apple opening up iOS in Brazil follows similar changes made for users in Japan and the EU.Apple announces changes to iOS in Brazil[Apple Newsroom]Follow topics and authors from this story to see more like this in your personalized homepage feed and to receive email updates.Jay PetersLoading commentsGetting the conversation ready...Most PopularMost PopularApple’s weird anti-nausea dots cured my car sicknessMidjourney goes from generating cat images to full-body ultrasound scansTim Cook says RAM expenses are ‘unsustainable’ and Apple is going to raise pricesApple’s smart home camera service is starting to impress meCan anyone look cool wearing Snap’s $2,000 glasses?The Verge DailyA free daily digest of the news that matters most.Email (required)By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policyand Terms of Serviceapply.
iOS users in Brazil will now be able to install alternative app marketplaces.
We knew this was coming thanks to a settlement Apple made with Brazil’s competition watchdog last year, but now it’s official. Apple opening up iOS in Brazil follows similar changes made for users in Japan and the EU. [Link: Apple announces changes to iOS in Brazil | https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/06/apple-announces-changes-to-ios-in-brazil/ | Apple Newsroom]
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