Regarding Apple Maps... people weren't unhappy with just the idea that Apple had to start somewhere, people were more upset about them axing Google Maps to do this (it was during a time when Apple was distancing themselves from Google altogether -- you couldn't push to Gmail, they killed the YouTube app, etc.). In other words, the issue was they changed out a perfectly fine and good map app for a poor one. And more specifically, for one that clearly wasn't ready to become the default and stand alone Map app (wasn't it Beta?). That was the main issue. (There were also other little issues too like how it was the big feature of that OS -- an inferior map.)
Your analogy might be more apt if wireless charging caused serious problems (equivalent to steering people off highways and getting people lost)and was the only way to charge. (it took months before Google Maps was allowed back in the App Store)
Well - if you think about it, the other map options were available. So you'd look at it like this:
If I use wireless charging, I have to pay extra for a charging pad, it charges slower, I can't use the device while its charging and all the consequences of those thing.
I use the standard wired charging, I may have to plug it in, but it'll charge faster, and I can use the device while it charges.
for maps.....
If I use Apple maps - depending on my location, the POIs might be off, I might get wrong directions, but its all default and has better underlying features (vector maps - at the time better than the previous google offering).
I could also use any number of other maps apps, and while they can't be set as default, they offer a better (perhaps) user experience and honestly, the Google Maps app got infinitely better after that.
So Apple didn't AXE anything. Really I see your post as strengthening my argument. It apparently wasn't acceptable for Apple to release a "not ready for primetime" maps app, but it is acceptable for wireless charging that has flaws because its a stepping stone? How is the maps app not also a stepping stone (especially since it NEEDS crowd sourced data to get better).
I'm bringing all of this up for the sake of argument - playing devils advocate somewhat. Truth is this stuff comes out, sometimes when its not ready because it needs public awareness and exposure to get better. I'm completely fine and agree with all of that. And while I somewhat disagree on what ACTUALLY constitutes WIRELESS, I have no issue with it being implemented because, as you all have pointed out, it doesn't mess with the fact I can use usb charging.
But as such, I won't be wasting $50 on a wireless charging orb this time around.
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The point being, if you're not that type of Apple fan, why worry about my post? It makes people wonder (oh, and I guess some of your post history doesn't help).
Because I'm not only defending myself but every other Apple fan (who doesn't fall into that stereotype)? You've never defended a group of people from a stereotype you didn't fall into?
Stereotype? The real false narrative is yours, where you think this sort of Apple fan no longer exist (and isn't a continued detriment to people's perception of Apple). Look around.
Yes stereotype - which also means I'm fully aware those people exist (stereotypes DO exist for a reason - the problem is applying them to EVERYONE in that particular group). Why you continually bring that up in the alternatives section is beyond me - where those of us Apple users here are generally also Android users and wouldn't base the decision on whether a feature or implementation was good simply based on the device it ran on.
But if you ARE actually trying to "combat" or argue against those Apple fans who are such a detriment - how about ACTUALLY arguing with facts and logic rather than simply repeating this stereotypical line you love
If there was a meme to sum up my thoughts regarding your "I'm not that type of Apple fan" posts, it'd be:
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Cause if you're not, I don't see why you keep needing to defend yourself against a post that doesn't even mention you.
Not mad at all. Stereotypes are frustrating - which I am sure you're aware given they tend to be a chosen tactic of yours (and many here) when you have nothing to combat an argument.
