As a heavy Apple user for most of my life, my view of the company has significantly changed because of this - the level of constant petty malicious compliance makes them look weak (and tasteless)
As a heavy Apple user for most of my life, my view of the company has significantly changed because of this - the level of constant petty malicious compliance makes them look weak (and tasteless)
The whole reason Apple is being so maliciously compliant is because these laws directly interfere with Apple's walled-garden approach that they've been fostering since the iPod.
The whole reason Apple is being so maliciously compliant is because these laws directly interfere with Apple's walled-garden approach that they've been fostering since the iPod.
Taking away automatic security updates that ultimately benefit Apple's customers is insanity. Can you imagine the fallout for Apple if their customers get hit by security holes when Google's don't?
Tier 1 of the Store Services fee will provide developers with only basic App Store features for a cheaper, 5 percent commission on in-app purchases, including app reviews, privacy nutrition labels, and access to Apple Support. This tier lacks many of the features developers benefit from on the App Store today, including automatic app updates, automatic app downloads, and other tools that could help developers promote their app.
Taking away automatic security updates that ultimately benefit Apple's customers is insanity. Can you imagine the fallout for Apple if their customers get hit by security holes when Google's don't?
I’m not convinced this is a security concern. It’s not difficult to prevent users from using your app if they are not on the latest version. I know Chipotle’s app doesn’t use automatic updates; I...
I’m not convinced this is a security concern. It’s not difficult to prevent users from using your app if they are not on the latest version. I know Chipotle’s app doesn’t use automatic updates; I just get prompted to go update the app before I can order.
The tools they are taking away mostly exist to increase user attention and retention. Amazon doesn’t want to prompt users to update the app when they could be shopping, and TikTok wants a seamless click->content experience.
Apple’s response is petty and rent-seeking, but they are choosing to respond in a way that I believe should minimally impact users, but will hit app companies’ metrics if they don’t pay up.
I don't often take the nuclear approach, but Apple fighting this plus Canada's recent withdrawal of the digital services tax makes me see red. These companies have spent so much time trying to...
I don't often take the nuclear approach, but Apple fighting this plus Canada's recent withdrawal of the digital services tax makes me see red. These companies have spent so much time trying to avoid fairness and pay a small amount to support markets they've destroyed.
They're without conscience and I'm thrilled about any effort to bring them to heel.
All of my electronic devices that can be Apple are Apple. I have spent so much money on that company. I usually end up being an apologist for Apple (especially macOS). I genuinely think Apple...
All of my electronic devices that can be Apple are Apple. I have spent so much money on that company. I usually end up being an apologist for Apple (especially macOS). I genuinely think Apple consistently makes better products than their competition, often by a very wide margin.
And I absolutely agree! Apple needs to be taken down a peg, preferably many pegs.
The most frustrating parts are the Apple people who blindly follow the Apple party line. If you look over the entire history of Apple, they consistently make good things when they have competition, and when they don’t, they sit on their laurels and do nothing. Apple does not compete when they don’t have competition. Apple is bad when they don’t have competition. If you genuinely like apple, you should be praying that the EU and other world governments call them to heel. It will genuinely make them better.
I agree so much. The lack of competition in the OS and handset space is making all of the big software makers lazy. Another big shame is the integration of hardware and software - it seems to me...
I agree so much. The lack of competition in the OS and handset space is making all of the big software makers lazy. Another big shame is the integration of hardware and software - it seems to me that besides Samsung, the only handset makers capable of surviving are those that make the OS and those funded by the state (China).
Without dependable hardware and open access to development tools, I still don't have my Ubuntu phone... And it sucks
I think all closed app ecosystems need to be opened up to third party stores. Game consoles included. I'm totally fine with the manufacturers / OS creators to have reasonable restrictions for...
I think all closed app ecosystems need to be opened up to third party stores. Game consoles included. I'm totally fine with the manufacturers / OS creators to have reasonable restrictions for security and privacy purposes that the stores have to meet.
As a heavy Apple user for most of my life, my view of the company has significantly changed because of this - the level of constant petty malicious compliance makes them look weak (and tasteless)
And still, after huge fines, they keep doing it. It’s really annoying behaviour. And honestly quite pathetic.
The whole reason Apple is being so maliciously compliant is because these laws directly interfere with Apple's walled-garden approach that they've been fostering since the iPod.
Their fastest growing business segment is fees and services, so of course they're loath to give up their golden goose.
Taking away automatic security updates that ultimately benefit Apple's customers is insanity. Can you imagine the fallout for Apple if their customers get hit by security holes when Google's don't?
I'm sure Apple will alert users that app developers are cheaping out on their safety. Apple users will famously blame anyone but Apple for things.
I’m not convinced this is a security concern. It’s not difficult to prevent users from using your app if they are not on the latest version. I know Chipotle’s app doesn’t use automatic updates; I just get prompted to go update the app before I can order.
The tools they are taking away mostly exist to increase user attention and retention. Amazon doesn’t want to prompt users to update the app when they could be shopping, and TikTok wants a seamless click->content experience.
Apple’s response is petty and rent-seeking, but they are choosing to respond in a way that I believe should minimally impact users, but will hit app companies’ metrics if they don’t pay up.
I don't often take the nuclear approach, but Apple fighting this plus Canada's recent withdrawal of the digital services tax makes me see red. These companies have spent so much time trying to avoid fairness and pay a small amount to support markets they've destroyed.
They're without conscience and I'm thrilled about any effort to bring them to heel.
All of my electronic devices that can be Apple are Apple. I have spent so much money on that company. I usually end up being an apologist for Apple (especially macOS). I genuinely think Apple consistently makes better products than their competition, often by a very wide margin.
And I absolutely agree! Apple needs to be taken down a peg, preferably many pegs.
The most frustrating parts are the Apple people who blindly follow the Apple party line. If you look over the entire history of Apple, they consistently make good things when they have competition, and when they don’t, they sit on their laurels and do nothing. Apple does not compete when they don’t have competition. Apple is bad when they don’t have competition. If you genuinely like apple, you should be praying that the EU and other world governments call them to heel. It will genuinely make them better.
I agree so much. The lack of competition in the OS and handset space is making all of the big software makers lazy. Another big shame is the integration of hardware and software - it seems to me that besides Samsung, the only handset makers capable of surviving are those that make the OS and those funded by the state (China).
Without dependable hardware and open access to development tools, I still don't have my Ubuntu phone... And it sucks
I think all closed app ecosystems need to be opened up to third party stores. Game consoles included. I'm totally fine with the manufacturers / OS creators to have reasonable restrictions for security and privacy purposes that the stores have to meet.