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Apple’s Full Web App Store Quietly Goes Live as Front-End Code Leaks After Launch

The unannounced rollout opens App Store discovery to people browsing on non‑Apple devices.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report a fully browsable App Store at apps.apple.com that can be used without owning Apple hardware.
  • The site mirrors native App Store elements including the Today tab, editorial picks, charts, an Apple Arcade section and built‑in search.
  • A device selector lets visitors view apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV and Vision.
  • Apple has not formally announced the change, and the web version currently lacks a remote install feature.
  • 9to5Mac reports a sourcemap misconfiguration exposed the site’s front‑end source code, later posted to GitHub, with no user data or backend logic included.