The Talk Show With John Gruber

393: ‘An Asterisk on the Bento Box’, With Marco Arment

Jan 25, 2024

Marco Arment joins the show to discuss the Apple-Masimo patent dispute over Apple Watch blood oxygen sensors, the new App Store entitlement, and the frustration of Apple's missed opportunities. They also touch on employee poaching, Tim Cook's leadership style, and the revolution in blood oxygen monitoring. They explore Apple's response to patent allegations, their belief in entitlement, and the implications of the App Store ruling for developers. The conversation delves into cultural differences, pricing of Vision Pro, and the potential of mixed reality headsets.

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Bad Timing and Missed Opportunities

01:33 • 10min

Employee Poaching, Illegal Actions, and Sympathy

Leadership Style, Negotiating Power, and Apple's Struggles

Revolutionizing Blood Oxygen Monitoring

16:56 • 15min

Apple's Response to Patent Allegations

31:29 • 21min

Apple's Competitors and Sponsor Shoutouts

Apple's App Store Ruling and Its Implications for Developers

54:46 • 27min

Apple's Belief in their Platform's Entitlement

01:22:12 • 24min

Cultural Differences, Apple's Perception, and Coffee Delivery

01:46:36 • 5min

Pricing and Storage Tiers of Vision Pro

01:52:02 • 11min

Apple's Lack of Big-Name Developer Software

02:02:55 • 27min

Eyesight Feature and Impressions

02:29:52 • 23min

Exploring the Potential of Mixed Reality Headsets in Entertainment and Experiences

02:53:11 • 11min

Exploring the Benefits and Dangers of Immersive Environments

03:03:50 • 3min

Anticipation for a New Product Launch and the Possibility of Unique Apps

03:06:48 • 3min