Alipay 'miHoYo Payment Center' removed from iOS; speculation arises over bypassing the 'Apple Tax'

Recently, community users discovered that the 'miHoYo Payment Center' mini-program on Alipay is no longer available on iOS. Users speculate this removal stems from Apple's interference, as the payment channel effectively bypassed the App Store's 30% commission, widely known in the community as the 'Apple Tax'.

In the comments section, users engaged in heated debate. Many recalled how the 'HoYoLAB' (MiYouShe) app was previously removed for similar reasons—integrating an in-app recharge center. Android users, however, report that the service remains fully functional on their devices, prompting some to praise the convenience of Android. Meanwhile, players lamented that the 'Alipay Factor'—a slang term for the discounts or convenience gained through these third-party payment channels—might be officially dead on iOS, forcing users back to the tedious standard Apple payment process.