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What If?: Exploring Alternative Apple Timelines
Dec 3, 2023
Federico and John explore alternative Apple timelines by asking 'What if?' They discuss scenarios such as Apple not releasing the iPod, the impact of the iPod on Apple's history, the hypothetical scenario of the iPad never being released, and the potential impact of a successful prototype dual shock on Apple's entry into the gaming industry. They also explore the hypothetical success of the Pippen gaming console.
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Quick takeaways
- The release of the iPod had a significant impact on Apple's entry into consumer electronics and paved the way for the iTunes Store and Apple's expansion into the media industry.
- The absence of the iPad would have led to a different product lineup for Apple, with Google and Microsoft taking the lead in the tablet market, while Apple focused on touch-enabled MacBooks and potentially a more affordable iPod Touch.
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What if the iPod had never been released?
In this episode, the hosts discuss the impact of the iPod and speculate on how the tech industry and Apple's trajectory would have been different if the iPod had never been released. They explore how the iPod kickstarted Apple's entry into consumer electronics, influenced touch interfaces, and paved the way for the iTunes Store and Apple's foray into the media industry. They also consider the implications for the iPhone, Apple's identity, and Apple Music if the iPod had not existed.
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