The Micros Habits application, presented on the <a href="http://www.world-today-news.com/apple-has-postponed-an-update-for-ios-14-which-will-oblige-developers-to-ask-permission-to-track-activities/" title="Apple has postponed an update for iOS 14, which will oblige developers to ask permission to track activities.”>App Store as a tool for establishing new habits, in reality hides another much more surprising function.
However, this app looks completely normal!
An illegal streaming platform
Once opened, the application turns into an illegal streaming platform where users can watch recent movies and series, all carefully organized. Available on iPhone, iPad and macOS (provided you have a Mac equipped with a Silicon chip), the application works perfectly, despite its activities of course illegal.
She won’t stay online for long.
It’s likely that this app won’t stay on the App Store for long. An imminent removal is expected, and it will be interesting to see if Apple will go so far as to remotely uninstall it from the devices on which it was downloaded. This case once again illustrates the creativity of certain developers who manage to circumvent the strict controls of the App Store. It’s a reminder that vigilance is required, even on platforms as closely monitored as Apple’s.
Not a first
Other similar examples in the past have allowed innocuous applications to include video game emulators. For example, some emulators like GBA4iOS or iMAME have managed to infiltrate the App Store by hiding their real use. These applications allowed retro games to be played illegally before being quickly removed by Apple. Today, it’s less of a problemsince Apple ended up accepting these applications.
Oh yes anyway…
Validation faulted
The app validation process on the App Store is designed to ensure the security and quality of the apps offered to users. Every app submitted to the App Store goes through a careful review process that examines several key aspects. Every app submitted to the App Store goes through a careful review processwhich examines several key aspects.
In details, my application functionality is evaluated to ensure that it works as described and without major bugs. A defective app or one that does not match its description will be quickly rejected (as is the case with the app we are talking about here). Then, design is also an important criterion: Apple expects interfaces that are neat, intuitive and consistent with its design guidelines.
And what’s more, it’s fluid…
The security and confidentiality of user data are also essential. Apple also screens apps for inappropriate or misleading content, and prohibits unauthorized use of trademarks or copyrighted materials. In this specific case, we are really in the middle of it!
