Apple Expands App Store Ads in 2026

Your iPhone is about to look a lot more like a billboard. Apple just confirmed they are jamming

way more ads into the App Store starting in 2026. They call it additional opportunities,

but it really means scrolling past sponsored junk to find what you actually want. Since most people

download apps by searching for them directly, Apple is monetizing that exact moment.

It is basically the Netflix model but for your app icons. And don't get too

comfortable, because they are even looking at sticking these ads inside Apple Maps

next. You better enjoy the clean look while it lasts because the clutter is coming.