Why isn't this as simple as: If you don't like Apple's policies, then buy a different phone next time? There are comparable Android-based phones ... I still do

Why isn't this as simple as: If you don't like Apple's policies, then buy a different phone next time? There are comparable Android-based phones ... I still don't see a legitimate reason why people want to hang on to their iPhones so badly, in light of this policy. Sure, the App Store has some good apps, but obviously they don't have everything wanted since everyone wants to jailbreak ...