Apple Inc. is asking a U.S. judge to dismiss a legal case filed by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) that claims Apple is unfairly controlling the smartphone market. The DOJ argues that Apple uses its control over the iPhone and its app store to block competition, limit choices for consumers, and keep prices high.
The lawsuit says Apple makes it difficult for other companies to compete with its products and services. For example, it limits how third-party apps and devices can work with the iPhone, making it harder for competitors like Android to offer alternatives. The DOJ says these actions hurt innovation and raise prices for consumers.
Apple argues that its practices are not harmful. The company claims that keeping its technology secure and tightly controlled is necessary for protecting users and ensuring the quality of its products. Apple says that forcing it to share its technology with competitors would hurt its ability to innovate.
This case is part of a bigger trend of governments around the world investigating whether big tech companies, like Apple, Google, and Amazon, are acting unfairly. Apple is also facing other lawsuits from companies like Epic Games, which claim Apple’s App Store policies are too strict.
The judge will decide if there is enough evidence for the case to continue. If the DOJ wins, it could change how Apple and other big tech companies operate in the future.
