Google Play Books Bypasses Apple's App Store Commission on iOS

Google Play Books iOS app users can now purchase ebooks and audiobooks directly through the Google Play website, bypassing Apple's 30% commission on in-app purchases. This is enabled by an exception stemming from Apple's settlement with Japan's Fair Trade Commission (JFTC), allowing eligible "reader apps" to utilize external link account entitlements. Users are redirected to Google Play's website for purchases, maintaining access to features like Family Library. This represents a significant shift in Apple's app store policies and sets a precedent for other app developers.