No, they are creating an locked in environment where switching is hard while switching is easy on Android. So you end up with 2 different groups/(markets?). One

No, they are creating an locked in environment where switching is hard while switching is easy on Android. So you end up with 2 different groups/(markets?). One ready to pay more but locked in and another group wanting to pay less for more with a variety of hardware choices and companies betting against each other for a lower price on same hardware/specifications. Apple therefore controls the price for their locked in environment. Rising prices for hardware, fees, accesoirs, repairs,... At least this is how I understand this theory but since I'll probably get downvotes again, this will be my last comment on this. Sorry.