In a new report, Apple claims that allowing apps from outside the iOS App Store would be The Worst Thing Ever. Is it true?

“Sideloading” is the term for installing apps on your iPhone or iPad from sources outside of the App Store. Apple claims that this would significantly weaken the security of the iPhone, undermine user confidence, and leave us vulnerable to malware and scams. The reality is different.

First, Apple already offers at least two ways to sideload apps, which is perfectly safe. Second, the App Store is already full of scams and junk. And third, Apple doesn't mention that it loses its 30% on apps installed from outside the store.

“Even if a user only downloads apps from the official iOS App Store, they are still at risk. A handful of recent iOS updates had vulnerabilities that required immediate patching,” David Gerry, chief revenue officer at WhiteHat Security, told Lifewire via email.