<p>Europe is set to witness the rise of alternative iPhone app stores, with AltStore leading the way in the region. AltStore is preparing to launch an updated version of its alternative app store, which will offer developers the opportunity to distribute their apps without the burden of Apple’s Core Technology Fee. By integrating with Patreon, AltStore will allow developers to directly market their apps to consumers and bypass Apple’s commission. However, the installation process for third-party app stores can be complicated and may deter some users. AltStore also features apps such as the Nintendo emulator Delta, enabling users to play classic games on their iPhones. While there is growing interest in alternative app stores, concerns about security and data protection still persist in the realm of third-party marketplaces.</p>


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AltStore is a Patreon-backed alternative app store in the EU that allows developers to distribute their apps without Apple's Core Technology Fee. The store also features apps like the Nintendo emulator Delta for playing classic games on iPhones. Security and data protection concerns still exist with third-party marketplaces.

AltStore: An Alternative App Store with Patreon-backed Apps