Android Police There is no second bite at the apple
May 3, 2025
The podcast dives into the legal chaos surrounding Apple's App Store, revealing how a judge's new ruling affects in-app payment systems. Samsung's Galaxy S25 is surprisingly outperforming expectations, while Google gears up with exciting AI features in its Gemini tool. The conversation also touches on the ethical dilemmas of AI chatbots and their controversial features. Additionally, there's a fun comparison of smartphone keyboards, with personal anecdotes that add a relatable twist to tech discussions.
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Apple's Court Lies and Contempt
- Apple's attempt to impose a 27% commission on alternate payment links was a deliberate anti-competitive move.
- The judge found Apple lied in court and referred the matter for criminal contempt investigation.
Apple's Hubris Backfires
- Apple won the Epic case but responded by implementing worse restrictions than required.
- This behavior fueled anti-competitive criticism and damaged developer and consumer goodwill.
Tech Giants Prioritize Greed
- Tech giants like Apple and Google focus on maximizing profits at user and developer expense.
- Their greedy tactics erode trust and harm the ecosystem despite court and regulatory battles.