Apple sets rules for iOS 8 developers

by iNeate / September 3, 2014 4:05 PM EDT

Today, Apple 's rules for developers have changed because there is a large volume of requests or applications submitted to the App Store, many of which are rejected for not complying with Apple's terms and conditions.

Previously, we shared the data published by Apple to inform those looking to submit new iOS applications so they could take it into account and save time for both parties. However, with the upcoming arrival of the iPhone 6 with iOS 8, which will utilize HealthKit , HomeKit, and TestFlight , the company has updated its rules again.

It's highly likely that after the mega-event in six days, the company will hold a developer event focused on iOS 8 to highlight these tools. Updated terms and conditions include:

All applications that share user information acquired via the Healthkit API without user consent will be rejected.
Applications that provide diagnoses, treatment advice, or any type of control hardware designed to diagnose or treat medical conditions will also be rejected.
All applications that use the Healthkit framework They must have a privacy policy or they will not be approved.

A number of extensions were also updated, which can be read about on Apple's developer website.