Apple Gives Legal Middle Finger to DOJ Challenge on Apple’s July Discovery Win

99 · Daring Fireball · Aug. 19, 2026, 7:48 a.m.
Summary
Apple is responding to the DOJ's challenge of its recent discovery win regarding an antitrust case, arguing that its privacy and security features are legitimate. The court has allowed Apple to review statements from federal agencies about their use of Apple products, which the DOJ argues are anticompetitive. Apple maintains that these features are essential and plans to continue defending its practices in court.