The Land of the Rising Sun is said concerned about Apple and Google’s control over this segment and, in particular, with regard to pre-installed apps and browsers. Similarly, he seems to consider that the T&Cs of the two firms can harm to developers and publishers.
Finally, without too much surprise, he also challenges the commission 15 to 30% paid to Apple for applications and in-app purchases, and the obligation to go through the App Store to publish programs. Accordingly, the report concludes on the requirement to allow users to use third-party app stores and companies to disclose detailed information about their systems.
According to Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno, these changes – which are currently proposed – help create and maintain fair and equitable competition
. Apple’s response was not long in coming, the firm explaining very politely respectfully disagree with a number of conclusions
with the report. She also says she is the subject of a intense competition at all levels
but that she would continue to engage constructively with the Japanese government
.