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Those aren't general purpose compute devices. But the legislation shouldn't compel Apple to support arbitrary software. Simply to not prevent its use on the ha
by thereddaikon 6y ago
Those aren't general purpose compute devices.
But the legislation shouldn't compel Apple to support arbitrary software. Simply to not prevent its use on the hardware they sell. So T2 has to go.
Just like how the upcoming right to repair in the UK is getting it wrong. Compelling hardware makers to sell replacement parts for a set time frame is an unfair burden on them. The law should simply create the framework to allow the aftermarket to support the devices like it already does with cars. For example Ford will eventually stop selling parts for its cars but I can still go to Autozone and get parts for an old Ford that aftermarket companies have made. And Ford doesn't sue them into oblivion for doing so.
- varispeed 6y agoIf I recall correctly they don't prevent Apple from telling their suppliers to stop selling parts to 3rd parties and I think that's the key. Parts need to be available with documentation and it should be up to repair businesses or individual users if they want to stock it on their own. If I recall correctly it is enough if e.g. stores a stack of complete motherboards and makes it available to purchase at a price similar to a new laptop, rendering this legislation akin to virtue signalling.