Apple Lets EU Users Set New Defaults, Delete Core Apps.

Apple has updated app settings in the EU in order to comply with the Digital Markets Act.

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EU users are now able to set new default apps for messaging, navigation, etc.

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Core iOS apps such as Messages, Safari and Photos can now be deleted.

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Added Default Apps section within Settings for easy management of apps.

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There are new defaults for messaging, calls and other features in iOS version 18.

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Updates in Spring 2025 will contain new navigation and translation defaults.

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Browser default selection was modified; a pop-up appears to inform Safari users.

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These changes are only limited to the EU and have not been rolled out in the United States.

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