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by anoncake 2302 days ago
You might have a point if Apple did not control the only App store for iOS devices.
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JiNCMG 2302 days ago
"only App store for iOS devices." which was created by Apple. Just like Playstation, Nintendo and Xbox.
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anoncake 2302 days ago
Consoles are problematic for the same reason.
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powowowow 2301 days ago
Yes and they have a near total monopoly with their [checks notes] 20% global handset marketshare.

You can't just go to Samsung, Huawei, Xiaomi, Oppo, Nokia, or anybody else and get one!!

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anoncake 2300 days ago
Don't deny that lock-in effects are a thing. Not that it Apple's practices less grossly immoral.
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