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  • Apple will allow customers to repair iPhones and Macs in 2022

    stukestuke
    At least in the AI article, I didn't read anywhere that Apple won't be charging you for parts (and tools).  I expect the program will be something like this...

    You need a new screen for an iPhone 12.  The cost is $XX.  The tools we suggest you use are "a" costing $Y, "b" costing $Z, and this manual (https://...).  You can purchase now using your Apple Card or credit card, blah, blah, blah.  If you return the screen to us using the prepaid shipping label that accompanies your replacement part, and you are covered by AppleCare+, your screen cost of $XX will be credited back to you.  If you are not covered by AppleCare+ (out of warranty) and return the screen, you will receive a 50% credit on the cost of the new screen ($XX).  It is your choice whether or not to return the screen to Apple for proper recycling.

    So, Apple now generates a piddly profit selling tools, and perhaps some more money on non-returned parts.
    williamlondonwatto_cobra

  • Epic's Tim Sweeney calls Google 'crazy,' says 'Apple must be stopped'

    stukestuke
    Beats said:
    viclauyyc said:
    If he sell his game at cost or make his game open source, then he is a good guy. 

    But he is not. He is just a cheap jerk. 

    He’s richer than Tim Cook and is CEO of one of the biggest game companies in the world. His parent company IS the biggest game developer in the world.
    And this means what?  He should now control the payment system(s) for all apps in the world, platform agnostically?  I'm sure Tim is quaking in his shoes at this piece of non-relevance.
    watto_cobra

  • Notability backs down on subscriptions for existing users

    stukestuke
    Now THAT is a great developer, recognizing two types of customers…those who enjoy buying something once and using it at will, and those that lease their software okay with the knowledge of shut-off/out when payment stops. Great way to satisfy the broadest possible market!
    watto_cobra

  • Epic vs. Apple App Store trial ruling: What developers, big tech, and analysts think

    stukestuke
    So, everyone, look for apps that offer an alternative in-app payment system and watch to see that it is discounted by 30% from what Apple's terms would have dictated through the developer lumping it on top.  See how many actually give you a discount.  Those that do will NEVER give it all away so now you can weigh your trust in Apple (at 30%) vs. any one particular developer, big or small, at something less than 30%, but likely never 0% adder.

    Oh, and keep in mind, Apple does not have to allow you to play in their iOS store...don't forget that key fact!
    retrogustolineywatto_cobra

  • Telegram founder says iPhone users are digital slaves

    stukestuke
    Hey Pavel, simple solution.  Stop developing for iOS.  Period.  Problem solved. Go whine about your next perceived injustice, and continue to revel in your Android business successes.
    watto_cobra