larz2112

AppleInsider said:

To keep growing services revenues, Apple may want or need to bundle hardware and services into a single subscription, according to one analyst.

Pair something like the iPhone Upgrade Program with a bundle of services -- such as Apple Music, iCloud, and/or the upcoming TV slate -- and the company could count on more consistent revenues, not dependent on one device or another being a hit.

Wow. He suggested the exact thing that would make me STOP buying Apple products. What a genius. Those who can, do. Those who can't become analysts. I'm fairly certain that part of Apple's success can be attributed to NOT listening to advice from analysts. 

http://www.thewavsite.com/AOL/goodbye.wav

hentaiboy said:

larz2112 said:

Did you even read the article, or the comments, or were you too busy climbing on your soap box? I think your assumption of insensitivity and/or lack of empathy is somewhat presumptuous and misplaced. The article is in reference to a consensual relationship, not sexual harassment.

I think YOU need to read the article again. The woman in question filed a complaint with the company.
It’s Rubin’s “Spokesman” who claimed the relationship was consensual...

Actually YOU need to read the article again. It states that she filed a complaint and also reads "However, the specific nature of the complaint filed by the woman weren't detailed by the sources." For all we know the complaint may have nothing to do with sexual harassment.  The article also states, "Rubin was reportedly told that his behavior not only violated company policy, but was "improper and showed bad judgement" according to The Information." This sounds more indicative of a consensual relationship between a supervisor and subordinate than sexual harassment. If it were sexual harassment I would think the findings would have been worded much stronger, he would have been fired immediately, and not given the opportunity to resign. If it was sexual harassment, then he should do jail time. 

My initial reaction is still valid. Spice-Boy's post was worded as if the comments were indicative of a bunch of insensitive jerks who have no capacity for empathy when it comes to sexual harassment. In my opinion I think his assessment of the comments borders on hyperbole and his lecture was not warranted based on the comments posted. 

spice-boy said:

If there are any women reading these comments let me apologize for the men that can only imagine what it is like to be a man, lactk any empathy and think that when a boss or coworker makes sexual advances those being harassed should be flattered. Guys try for second to imagine being at the other end of unwanted sexual advances, and complaining can cost you your job, promotion or being black listed in your profession. If you can't perhaps Apple will develop an App using augmented reality which puts you in an office situation with a boss that makes sexual comments all day and is constantly grabbing at your crotch. 

Did you even read the article, or the comments, or were you too busy climbing on your soap box? I think your assumption of insensitivity and/or lack of empathy is somewhat presumptuous and misplaced. The article is in reference to a consensual relationship, not sexual harassment. There is a BIG difference. I read through all of the comments and do not see any insensitivity toward sexual harassment. Most comments are in reference to a consensual relationship. If a workplace relationship is consensual and violates company policy, I feel both people involved are equally culpable and should receive equal consequences. If we want equality in the work place, we need to practice what we preach. 

A few years back I was in a consensual relationship with someone I worked with. It was not against company policy, so there were no issues. But FYI, she was the one who made the advances and pursued the relationship. I'm sure the majority of the time that is not the case, but I think we need to remember that when it comes to consensual workplace relationships, it takes two to tango.

FYI, that's not the cockpit, it's the "main hangout area" of the Millennium Falcon.