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by thebruce87m 782 days ago
I don’t think I’ve ever seen them claim to invent any of those things. I’ve only ever seen other people claim they do.

> They don't invent much

They probably invent at the same rate as others investing in R&D.

> and willingly lock you into it.

They vertically integrate. Their customers obviously like this and aren’t bothered that it isn’t open. It’s not a bad thing, unless you consider the behaviour bad from all companies.