> I thought Apple's app store would be a complete flop because I couldn't imagine any developers being willing to allow someone else to being an arbite I used

> I thought Apple's app store would be a complete flop because I couldn't imagine any developers being willing to allow someone else to being an arbite I used to think the same way in my younger days, but I realize over time that it's easier to just focus on your core business / competencies, and "outsource" what isn't directly relevant to your work to someone else who can handle it better. Even if it means paying for a service. Basically the exact opposite of NIH (Not Invented Here) syndrome. I'm guessing this is why developers are happy with using the Apple App Store and Google Play Store for hosting apps, Stripe etc for payments, GSuite or hosted SaaS for most of their daily work etc.