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It's impossible to imagine modern life without smartphone apps, but there's an alternate universe where they never took off. When the idea of an app store for the iPhone was first proposed to him, ...

Sometimes, you may go overboard downloading apps and games on your new Android tablet and make an accidental purchase. You'll want a refund if you buy something you regret. Requesting a refund on the ...

Whether you accidentally purchased the wrong season of your favorite show or wound up buying an app that was a dud, here's how to request a refund directly from Apple. Everyone eventually winds up ...

Did you mistakenly purchase an app or re-up a subscription? Here's how to request that Apple refund your money for an app, subscription, or service purchased through the App Store. I’ve contributed to ...

Google Play payout settlement is sending $630M to 102M users who made app purchases between 2016-2023. Here's how to claim ...

Until now, it was always possible to disable automatic app updates in the Microsoft Store permanently and without exception. It was convenient for users who wanted to stay on older versions of apps.

The settlement still needs final approval in court, and a hearing is set for April 30, 2026.