Key Points:
• Apple has been granted permission to restore TikTok to the App Store by the US Attorney General Pam Bondi.
• TikTok will be available on Apple devices, but with limited features, such as no app updates and no re-download option if deleted.
• The app will be available on Apple devices, including iPhones and iPads, starting Thursday evening.
According to Mark Gurman’s report at Bloomberg, Apple has received permission from US Attorney General Pam Bondi to restore TikTok to the App Store. This comes after a contentious period where TikTok was banned from the App Store due to concerns over data security and ownership.
For now, users with existing TikTok installations can continue to use the app, but new downloads and updates will be restricted. Additionally, if TikTok is deleted, it cannot be re-downloaded or restored from an iCloud backup. The app will not be available for transfer between devices during Apple’s upcoming low-end iPhone launch, which is set to take place next week.
Gurman reports that Apple confirmed the app will return to the App Store on Thursday evening. This move is a significant development, considering the app’s complex history with the US government. The ban was triggered by concerns over China’s ByteDance’s ownership and data collection practices.
The original ban was signed into law by former President Donald Trump, but the Biden administration chose to delay enforcement. During Trump’s tenure, he initially pushed for a complete ban on TikTok, but later expressed support for a limited ban, giving ByteDance 75 days to work out a deal with American businesses and the US government.
With this permission to restore TikTok to the App Store, users can once again access the popular social media app on their Apple devices. While the app’s functionality will be limited, this marks a significant step towards normalization for the popular platform.
As we wait for TikTok’s return, the next step for users is to check for updates on the app’s official social media channels for any new announcements or release notes. With the current limitations, it’s essential to stay informed about how the app will work in the new era. For now, users can continue to enjoy TikTok, knowing that Apple’s partnership with the app remains strong.
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