Exploring Apple's platform dominance and the lawsuit by the US Department of Justice. Disparity in messaging features between iPhone and Android users. Impact of cloud-based gaming on Apple's revenue model. History of third-party smartwatches and app store commission issues.
iMessage app creates social divide by favoring iPhone users over Android users.
Apple's ban on cloud-based gaming services restricts consumer choice and competition, impacting gaming ecosystem.
Deep dives
Apple's Control Over Messaging Discrimination
Apple's iMessage app's limitations cause discrimination against Android users. By providing advanced features for iPhone users and restricting them for Android users, the app creates a social divide. Apple's unwillingness to develop an iMessage app for Android or Windows users reinforces this exclusivity. The Department of Justice points out how Apple's strategy hinders iPhone families from giving their kids Android phones, emphasizing the discriminatory impact of such practices.
Apple's Ban on Cloud-Based Gaming
Apple's decision to ban cloud-based gaming services reflects concerns over revenue and hardware upgrades. By prohibiting these services, Apple aims to maintain its control over gaming revenues and encourage users to opt for high-end devices. The ban restricts consumer choice and prevents access to gaming experiences on lower-end devices, impacting the gaming ecosystem. The Department of Justice highlights how Apple's actions hinder competition and consumer access to diverse gaming options.