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Apple just gave Russia a spot on the iPhone to advertise its favorite apps to its citizens – The Verge
Russia’s law regarding pre-installed apps on smart devices is set to go into effect on April 1st, and Apple has confirmed that it will be giving users the option…

Users will see a new screen when setting up an iPhone in Russia
Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge
Starting April 1st, users setting up a new iPhone in Russia will see a screen that allows them to automatically install apps that are officially sanctioned by the Russian government, in compliance with Russian law (via Engadget).
The law in question was passed back in 2019, and requires smartphones, tablets, laptops, desktops, and smart TVs sold in Russia to come pre-installed with specific apps…
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