"US Lawsuits Allege Apple's Anticompetitive Behavior and iPhone Monopoly"

The US Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit against Apple includes allegations that the tech giant's CarPlay and digital key technologies are anticompetitive and harm consumers and competitors. The lawsuit claims that Apple's plans to introduce a more immersive version of CarPlay and its requirements for digital keys to operate through Apple Wallet are evidence of its illegal monopoly over smartphones. However, analysts argue that automakers have the ability to limit Apple's control over infotainment systems, and there is no cost to customers for switching to other phone-mirroring services. The lawsuit also raises concerns about Apple's control over digital key apps, but some experts believe that Apple's focus on a seamless user experience may benefit consumers despite potential anticompetitive implications.