Apple Ends Education Store Loophole, Adds Watch Discounts

Apple requires verification to stop discount abuse in its Education Store and introduces Apple Watch discounts to boost student adoption.

Key takeaways

• Apple Scraps Honor System: Verification Now Mandatory for Education Store Discounts
• Apple just dismantled the most exploitable loophole in its Education Store. For years, anyone with a web browser and the nerve could claim student status at checkout—n...
• Why clamp down now? Apple’s motivations are clear: stop discount abuse, protect margins, and ensure discounts reach their intended audience. The move mirrors a broader...
• The shift also reflects growing industry skepticism toward self-attestation models. As more digital storefronts adopt automated verification, Apple’s new policy looks ...

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