[microtonal]

The problem is also that Apple uses security (which I agree is a good feature of Apple platforms) to give itself an exceptional position, making it hard to compete. For instance, it is nearly impossible to make a smartwatch with deep integration with iOS. This hugely benefits Apple’s own Apple Watch.

With Google also quickly restricting Android, we have to ask if this is the future we want, where only Apple, Google and Samsung products work well with their devices.

[antipaul]

What's the difference between making a great integrated experience and making it hard to compete?

[general1465]

1. Not allowing you to use the APIs Apple is using for deeper integration.

2. Literally in their TOS for App Store not allowing you to compete with Apple products.