Apple says gaming slowdown and App Store changes hurt services growth
TechCrunch·July 30, 2026
Apple's services growth was impacted by a slowdown in mobile gaming and changes to the App Store's business model. The company cited court-ordered payment rule changes in the US as a contributing factor to the slowdown. Despite this, Apple's paid subscriptions continued to grow, surpassing 1.5 billion. The changes to the App Store's business model have presented a challenge to Apple's services segment, which is a key area of focus for the company.
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