With the iOS 18.2 developer beta, Apple is now giving EU users the option to delete the App Store from their devices, a feature the company had previously announced.
According to a report by 9to5Mac, this functionality is part of the new developer beta release.
In addition to the App Store, EU users can also remove several other core apps, including Camera, Safari, Messages, and Photos.
This move is likely in response to regulatory pressures in the EU aimed at giving users more control over their devices and installed software.
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