Protests erupt in Russia after Apple removes MAX

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On June 4, people protested in many Russian cities. They were upset because MAX messenger was removed from AppStore.

One man wanted to install MAX for his 90-year-old grandmother. But Apple removed it, so he could not connect with her.

After the protests, people burned many Apple phones and tablets. Around 5,000 iPhones and iPads were destroyed by fire.

People then bought new gadgets from stores after the burnings. These were Russian devices where MAX and other apps work.

Apple removed MAX messenger for a reason that is not known. This made communication difficult for many millions of users.

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Why did people protest in Russian cities?

They were upset because MAX messenger was removed from AppStore.

What happened to many Apple phones and tablets after the protests?

Around 5,000 iPhones and iPads were destroyed by fire.

What did people do after burning their Apple devices?

They bought new gadgets from stores that were Russian devices.

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