# Google is appealing a ruling that found it violated antitrust law by paying to be the default search engine on iPhones.

*business · news · 2026-05-22 · MacRumors*

## Key points

- Google's appeal argues Apple chose Google as default search for business reasons, not exclusivity deals.
- Google is specifically objecting to sharing search data with generative AI companies like OpenAI in any remedy.
- Despite antitrust remedies, Google can still pay Apple to be a search engine option on iPhone.
- Implementation of required remedies is delayed, as criteria and privacy safeguards are not yet established.
- Oral arguments for Google's appeal are not expected before late 2026 or early 2027.

**Companies:** Google, Apple
**Countries:** United States

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