Apple filed a motion seeking settlement discussions with Epic Games, following its proposal to charge up to 15% commission on purchases made outside the App Store's IAP system. The filing comes as the Supreme Court rejected Apple's request to pause lower-court proceedings related to Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers' contempt finding over the company's 27% commission charge. Epic immediately criticized Apple's proposed fees as exceeding Ninth Circuit guidance.

Apple's motion asks Judge Gonzalez Rogers to order a settlement conference before Magistrate Judge Joseph C. Spero, despite Epic's refusal to consent. The company argues the court has authority to mandate such proceedings and that confidential discussions could lead to a practical resolution, avoiding prolonged remand.

The filing does not contain specific settlement terms from Apple, but rather requests the court to facilitate formal settlement talks. Apple noted it had already approached Epic's counsel on August 11, 2026 regarding the requested relief before filing the motion.

This development follows ongoing legal disputes between the two companies over App Store commission structures and developer payment options.