Apple’s removal of VK applications, which include VKontakte and related services, from the App Store has stirred up the technology world in Russia. VK Group stated that this decision was taken without any warning or explanation and described the situation as unacceptable.

The company emphasized that there was no sanction decision against them and that they had previously conveyed this situation to Apple with international legal opinions. This step by Apple had a direct impact on Russian users.

Support for the Android Ecosystem Is Increasing

VK Group announced that its applications on the Android platform continue to remain fully functional, including updates and notifications. Users can access these applications through RuStore, Google Play, Huawei AppGallery, Samsung Store, Xiaomi Store and official product websites.

Statements from the Kremlin wing took this situation one step further. Kremlin Spokesperson Peskov stated that Apple’s reliability as a commercial service provider should be questioned.

Peskov criticized the current situation, describing Apple’s decisions as quite strange. Russian officials admit that they have a limited area of ​​influence against Apple’s moves.

New Recommendations for Users from the Kremlin

The Russian administration made an open invitation to its citizens to move away from the Apple ecosystem. Peskov stated that users can continue to use their favorite services by switching to Android systems.

This approach is seen as part of Russia’s strategy to promote its own local systems and alternative services. Apple’s removal of the apps has sparked a new debate about the future of digital services in Russia.

It remains a matter of curiosity how users will respond to this platform change. How do you think Apple’s decision will change the stability of the portable market in Russia?