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  • Microsoft blames European Commission for global CrowdStrike catastrophe

    BittySonBittySon
    Microsoft is absolutely correct as the EC has appeared to do everything that they can to degrade computing security in the pursuit of some antitrust agenda that only they can try to explain.  Microsoft’s error here is in complying, “going along to get along”.  Apple has been heroic in attempts to resist and has mostly done so although alternative app stores for iOS will likely prove as dangerous as Apple has suggested.  I just wonder how Europeans would feel if these companies simply abandoned these markets. The world cannot afford to let European threaten world security for a third time in a little over a century.
    williamlondondewmebaconstangwatto_cobraJanNL

  • Epic and Samsung send 'Free Fortnite' care package with jacket, Galaxy Tab S7 to influence...

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    tommikele said:
    EsquireCats said:
    They’re ignorantly harming their own case and building Apple’s grounds for damages. 

    Parading their popularity dismantles their position that Apple’s store’s rules have harmful effects on developers. Demonstrating that the title has enduring popularity can be used as grounds for Apple to elevate the value of a damages claim for Epic breaking the tos. 

    The problem Epic has: beyond a small fervent set of players: no one cares about their position. The longer the case draws out the more it harms themselves. Gamers get bored and move on to the next big thing.

    They’ve made a miscalculation if they think trying to make apple look like a bully has a tangible effect on Apple’s business. They’ve built an echo chamber that’s only close to their ears. 
    First let me make it clear I support Apple's position. That said ...

    The odds are about 100-1 you are not a lawyer, legal expert or any other kind of authority who knows what they are talking about. An ability to be somewhat articulate does not mean you really know squat about the topic you have chosen to opine about. It's a good thing for Epic that they did not come to you for legal advice and strategic planning.

    Apple may lose or Epic may lose, but let me assure you, they are both is a lot smarter than you are. You should also know Epic's popularity has nothing to do with the claims they have made against Apple or their attempt to weasel out of a contract. It's a lawsuit and not a popularity contest.
    I would be careful trying to determine who is “smarter” than whom.  Those professing to know such things are generally not part of the A team themselves.  Take that as a helpful hint.
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  • Editorial: Samsung hasn't copied Apple TV+ yet, but it's only a matter of time

    BittySonBittySon
    Safe?  Samsung is the best thing that ever happened to Apple.  They offer a dramatic comparison, soak up all the losses and provide a huge base of future Apple customers.
    radarthekatwilliamlondonwatto_cobra

  • Apple triumphant in Epic Games 'Fortnite' antitrust appeal

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    davidw said:
    chasm said:
    For those who might be disappointed by the latest in a string of defeats for Epic:

    Take a really good, hard, objective look at what this company has done, said, and plans to do, along with who has controlling interest in it. Read the stories on this very site about how Epic was fined millions for shady behaviour wrt in-app purchases.

    I think you’ll find that that Epic is not the “freedom fighter” you might imagine it is.

    Likewise, the original judge in this case correctly ruled *against* Apple’s anti-steering provisions IMO, and since no court has overturned that ruling either, this case also stopped Apple from anti-competitive behaviour in that regard as well.
    The thing is that Federal Judge ruled that Apple "anti-steering" policy violated the CA Unfair Competition Law not any Federal anti-competition laws. First, it's questionable that this judgement can force Apple to adhere to the CA UCL, in every State. Each State have their own anti-competition laws that don't necessarily agree with other States anti-competition laws. This was one of complaints Apple addressed with their appeal. How can a Federal Judge force Apple to comply with a CA law, in every US State? It would be different if Apple anti-steering policies violated Federal anti-competition or anti-trust laws. So on the surface, Apple might only have to allow developers to inform customers of other method of payments (within their apps) or allow links to them, only in CA. 

    And second, the CA Unfair Competition Law is a vague catch-all law for when a company haven't been found to be violating any actual anti-trust or anti-competition laws, but the courts still thinks that the company behavior or practice is "unfair" to its competitors or consumers. The courts gets to decide what constitute "unfair".  There is no law that clearly states that Apple "anti-steering" policy is anti-competitive. 
    The Commerce Clause of the Constitution prevents state laws that restrict interstate commerce.  The Supremacy Clause obviates state laws entirely when they conflict with federal law.  California’s law is likely unconstitutional but also somewhat irrelevant as enforcement would also violate the Constitution.
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  • Hey Calendar resubmitted with spiteful Apple history feature inspired by successful Kickst...

    BittySonBittySon
    Why anyone would install software from a man with the maturity level of tadpole is beyond me.
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  • Editorial: Apple is making us wait for a new iMac for no good reason

    BittySonBittySon
    The wait is not for no good reason.  The company is in a hot mess right now, leaderless and drifting out to sea.  Tim Cook has to go yesterday.  His lack of vision and holding people accountable for timelines has finally caught up to him.  The company just isn't as good as it was a few years ago, and as it should be.
    I realize that iPhones the bulk of the profits, but there will be no profits in the future if they don't get innovation AND execution right soon.
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  • Apple to use mini LED backlighting in late 2020 iPad Pro

    BittySonBittySon
    Put 5G and MiniLED in it and I’ll buy.  This single technology update at a time thing is getting old, particularly for a company that used to be on the bleeding edge.
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  • Apple Watch glucose sensing up to seven years away from launch

    BittySonBittySon
    I believe that it will launch around the time they also miniaturize their quantum, fusion-powered chip.
    byronlbeowulfschmidt

  • FineWoven won't be missed, but it should be remembered

    BittySonBittySon
    “Apple was convinced enough of its need to stop using leather that it went all out.”
    —
    Oh please, just another virtue signal that went wide of the net.  How about offer Finewoven or another alternative to those who care and leather to those of us who are not idiots?
    beowulfschmidt