Apple lists all apps it removed alongside TikTok in the U.S.

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between TikTok shutdownIn a rare move, Apple has revealed A statement and a supporting document iPhone makers that list all affected apps that are not accessible in the U.S. typically do not release information on blocking apps.

Notably, other ByteDance apps including CapCut, Lemon8 has increased in the last few months — and Marvel Snap is also part of the blocked app. Here’s the full list of apps Apple has removed:

  • tiktok
  • TikTok Studio
  • Tik Tok Shop Seller Center
  • Capcut
  • Lemon 8
  • Hypic
  • Lark – Team Collaboration
  • Lark – Room Display
  • Lark Room Controller
  • Gauth: AI study companion
  • Marvel Snap

In the support document, Apple mentioned that the company is following the law by blocking all these apps.

“Apple is obligated to comply with the law wherever it operates. To protect Americans from the Foreign Counterfeit Controlled Applications Act, apps created by ByteDance Ltd. and its affiliates — including TikTok, CapCut, Lemon8 and others — will no longer be available for download or update in the App Store for users in the United States starting January 19, 2025. starting,” the company said.

The document also highlights that those visiting the US and having the App Store set to a non-US region will not be able to update apps or purchase in-app items for these apps.

A bill passed last year banned TikTok and other ByteDace apps Will force companies to sell short video apps or face bans. last week, The Supreme Court upheld that lawAs a result, Apple and Google blocked the app as late as January 19.

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