I think what's more interesting is whether or not Apple (and Google, and Samsung) can become carriers themselves in the new decade or two. There was a thread on

I think what's more interesting is whether or not Apple (and Google, and Samsung) can become carriers themselves in the new decade or two. There was a thread on HN in the last few days about space based service for handsets [1] and it's clear Apple is thinking hard about it. Their recent satellite based SOS feels like "1000 songs in your pocket" in terms of early but important steps. Regardless, I think Apple is getting better at making money off me regardless. Their Apple One subscription is really nice. I pay it quite happily. 1: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=34155783 https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=34155783