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If I understand correctly, antitrust concerns would only kick in if Apple uses its monopoly power to screw its competitors. For example, if iOS apps were requi
by sethg 16y ago
If I understand correctly, antitrust concerns would only kick in if Apple uses its monopoly power to screw its competitors. For example, if iOS apps were required to sell content for less at the App Store than through competing channels, then Amazon et al. could rightfully cry foul.
But screwing your customers is not an antitrust violation: it’s capitalism as usual. :-)
- fpgeek 16y agoGiven the impact of these new policies on music streaming services like Rhapsody et al and Apple's dominant share in the digital music and digital music player markets, I think antitrust will become part of the story sooner rather than later. Especially if Apple launches their own streaming service (as has been rumored).
- Synaesthesia 16y agoAntitrust is about barriers to entry - the market is still wide open for anyone to compete with Apple.