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This is interesting from another aspect as EU made decision that has just stopped 5G deployments.

The problem is not with just Apple Store, but censorship. It is not Appe's business what applications should be allowed to run on device (except those that violate some local laws). We purchase that device to own it - not to lease it under strict contract. They can restrict apps on Apple Store, but then do not restrict people from haveing alternative stores. Disclaimers can be in place. I think this backfire of foolish concept of holding manufacturer liable for actions and abuse of others. So California uses that wicked logic and needs to continue along this narrative while it should verify it's foundations in the first place. Any tool in wrong hands could be misused, abused and used for illegal intent as well. No manufacturer should be liable in those cases.

Well they should have control situatin and not to make themselves hostage of one place or one vendor. Smart decisions pay off. Also diversification is old school safe approach that someone forgot obviously.

lkrupp said:

Apple really has no choice but to continue to manufacture in China. India is a possibility but it would take a years to develop a trained labor force. There is literally no way for any company to mass manufacture electronic products in the Western democracies because of labor costs. We have become addicted to low prices and are completely dependent now on a totalitarian, communist dictatorship to maintain our first world lifestyles. 

Well we have been addict to high margin profits. That is what causes outsourcing to Asia that is not exactly run on democratic principles as opposed to common beliefs.

Now they will be able to tell if someone is in restroom or outside as well.