Tech Desk 
Nov 04, 2025
In an amazing design overhaul, Apple has revamped the web interface for its App Store to make it more useful for users on non-Apple devices.
Previously, while users could only access individual app pages via search engines, they met with limitations when browsing the App Store itself.
On MacBooks, clicking on an app's iOS page would redirect users to the native App Store, but this was not the case with non-Apple hardware, which eventually led to frustration.
Unique features of new App Store web interface
The updated App Store interface now lets users explore apps by category and platform, with dedicated sections for iPhone, iPad, Watch, and more.
The only apparent downside of the App Store redesign is that downloading apps directly from the web is not yet available, but this feature may be introduced in the future.
While the number of users seeking information about iOS apps on non-Apple devices is likely small, the new App Store design is expected to benefit developers and researchers working on both iOS and Android ecosystems.
The change also reflects Apple's ongoing effort to present itself as a more open ecosystem, as the company recently faced scrutiny from governments worldwide for monopolistic practices.
