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Ruthless move by Apple - but brands like HBO should just take Netflix's queue and not allow in-app purchases. I was actually surprised to learn some of the app
by rkk3 5y ago
Ruthless move by Apple - but brands like HBO should just take Netflix's queue and not allow in-app purchases.
I was actually surprised to learn some of the app native brands mentioned (Tinder, Bumble) even had a way to sign-up for a subscription outside of the app. Seems like they would actually benefit from apple placing adds.
- TheJoeMan 5y agoWhich is why I see this will be a non-issue if on Dec 9th the anti-steering goes away. Then Apple places ad->user downloads->app says “hey it’s cheaper on tinder’s website”->user decides for themselves
- DutchKevv 5y agoUnless the app itself cost money to download, then it's to late. You could create a bootstrap page after first install, bit that makes it feel like unfair cause the app was 'free' on the app store. So once again Apple got it all figured out how to make stuff difficult for creators and make money while doing it
- alisonkisk 5y agoHuh? Subscription apps are free to install.
- dwaite 5y agoThat is making the assumption that steering means the developer doesn't have to pay a commission. There was nothing in the court ruling preventing Apple from amending their developer contracts to put such a condition on steering for non-reader apps.