The Mac "ain't broke". Why not make iOS be not broke in the same way. Simple as that.
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Apple Privacy Chief: North Dakota Bill 'Threatens to Destroy the iPhone as You Know It'
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Your (pc) computer is not owned by anyone. It's an amalgamation of parts from 10 different companies all collectively working together to make parts for a pc. Microsoft doesn't own it, Asus doesn't own it, and Lenovo doesn't own it.
Apple created the entire iphone. They designed and sold a single all-inclusive device including the OS. They have patents on it and it's their right to sell it how they want. This also applies to Mac computers but Apple is having trouble closing that barn door. In time, Microsoft will force it on the Surface line too.
If you're not using our store, then you can't use our tools.
Your playground is access to the screen (bit mapping) and sound/internet/etc. but you can't use any of our tools/system calls that are funded by our percent of app store that we use to make it easier for developers. You've got to pay for that.
Plus, you can't have access to the address book, photos, contacts, etc.
Either that or they'll release a separate version of the iPhone. One that has other stores and one that doesn't.
Better yet, the one with the ability for other stores, does NOT have Apple's store on it.
Your playground is access to the screen (bit mapping) and sound/internet/etc. but you can't use any of our tools/system calls that are funded by our percent of app store that we use to make it easier for developers. You've got to pay for that.
Plus, you can't have access to the address book, photos, contacts, etc.
Either that or they'll release a separate version of the iPhone. One that has other stores and one that doesn't.
Better yet, the one with the ability for other stores, does NOT have Apple's store on it.
If the bill passes, and Apple is forced to offer alternative app stores to all its North Dakota customers, then I’d predict that they stop any sales to North Dakota. Or worse, they buy a few thousand Huawei phones, rename them as “iPhone ND” and that’s all the iPhones you can buy in North Dakota. You can put any store you like on your phone in North Dakota, but it won’t have iOS and no iOS apps.
One of the things I appreciate on iOS the most is the safety of the system; I can install any App I find without worries, cause all have to go through review beforehand. Was always very carefull what I'm installing on devices I use and this safety net really puts me at ease. I see the appeal of having alternative stores, but even if/when those alternatives are available, I'd still stick to the Appstore. Maybe I'm also a bit biased, cause I really don't spend much on App purchases/subscriptions...
this must be satire. please tell me this is satire.
Some talk about just buying an android smartphone.
It seems to me that in the United States, android smartphones are bad products, because America blocks more than 50% of the products available like Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo, Realme that sell products at the Samsung level but 30% cheaper. That’s why the Americans buy Apple. The Android choice is too restrictive and too expensive for what it is. Look for Xiaomi Mi 10t Lite or Realme 7 5g, compare the price with the products of the Us operators.
It seems to me that in the United States, android smartphones are bad products, because America blocks more than 50% of the products available like Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo, Realme that sell products at the Samsung level but 30% cheaper. That’s why the Americans buy Apple. The Android choice is too restrictive and too expensive for what it is. Look for Xiaomi Mi 10t Lite or Realme 7 5g, compare the price with the products of the Us operators.
How so? The only way that would ever change for you is if you were to sideload an app or download an app from someplace that doesn't have as stringent a policy as you think Apple does.
Another question, (and really for anyone against sideloading or alt app stores) why should your fear of what may happen if there are alternative app stores interfere with me wanting to put what I desire onto my phone? You won't be going to them anyhow so how would a third-party app store affect you in any way?
That would be a horrible response. Imagine if Google disabled Gmail for any browser that was also logged into iCloud. There's no logical reason the two can't co-exist, it would be a completely artificial block.
What I would find acceptable is if Apple cut off warranty support and denied such phones access to the genius bar. Because in that case, they could make a reasonable argument it's increasing their support burden.
I don’t see how those external apps could be secured, audited, scrutinized looking for malware or any other security concern.
Because if there is even a very small chance say 0000.1% that my iPhone could get infected with malware or a virus I’d rather keep things as they are.
No need to change something that has been working well for over a decade. 🔒📱❤️
This is a good point. Apple saying this law would make the Iphone less secure is true but only if I choose to use another app store, just like my Honda may be less secure if I use third party parts but that is my choice
Let's look at this another way - would it be legal for Apple to simply turn back the clock a couple decades and release a phone that has no App Store at all? Save for security fixes and whatnot it's pretty much always the same as it was straight out of the box - just like the old days.
Apple doesn't have a leg to stand on here. They can still have their App Store as they've always had it while also allowing other options. If people choose those options, it is at their own risk.
Which, BTW, has never been a problem for the Mac. The only reason the Mac isn't as locked down as iOS is because it started that way, and if Apple were to lock it down it would be so obvious what they were doing that it would backfire.
Which, BTW, has never been a problem for the Mac. The only reason the Mac isn't as locked down as iOS is because it started that way, and if Apple were to lock it down it would be so obvious what they were doing that it would backfire.
Then only use apps from the Apple store, this bill does not force you to download apps from anyplace else
Alternatives to the App Store would affect you in absolutely no way. It is you that doesn't understand.
But do you realize that your decisions do not just affect you? If you decide to install questionable software that turns out to be malicious... you communicate and exchange information with other people. Those people likely don’t know that your device may be compromised, and are giving you information or files that could be misappropriated. The consequences are potentially far reaching, and most certainly don’t just affect those that make the same the decision you make.
I thought they'd close it when they came out with Apple Silicon, I was a little surprised (especially with the app store 15% option). They could have thrown a few billion at the apps you want or need (Zoom, MS Office, Adobe, etc.) and I think people would get on board.
If they didn't close it then, I don't know what excuse they could use in the future.
'You can't use our dev kit unless the app goes in the Mac App Store" (which seems fair) and they could let them sell it elsewhere too (as long as the App Store was the same price or less). Or they could just tell them to make their own dev kit...
Yes these politicians are grandstanding but this bill does nothing to your privacy and security unless you make that choice
The amount of people commenting here that don't understand this is astounding. It does not automatically compromise the device by having other options.
So then do you stop communicating with, or sharing data or files with, anyone else? Just because you make wise decisions... doesn’t meant that people you interact with do as well. Realize that your decisions affect more than just yourselves.
Apple doesn't have to do business in ND. That probably won't come to fruition but, it is an option for Apple, should his bill or one like it pass.