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In what way? I'm certainly angry about both. The false dichotomy is to claim that everyone who is upset about Apple's abuse of power is not upset about surveill
by wootland 4y ago
In what way? I'm certainly angry about both. The false dichotomy is to claim that everyone who is upset about Apple's abuse of power is not upset about surveillance capitalism. No one has argued for that.
- infamouscow 4y agoApple has a stronger stance on privacy than Google, Meta or the thousands of no-name companies working on glorified ad-tech. I think the comment was speaking in broad brushes about the general feeling on HN with RTO. Apple employees have a leg to stand on with regards to privacy, and you're correct there is no false dichotomy in Apple's case, but they're the exception not the rule. The comment is about everyone else.
- wootland 4y ago> Apple has a stronger stance on privacy than Google, Meta or the thousands of no-name companies working on glorified ad-tech. I don't trust anyone (a prudent stance to take). There is no moral high ground with any of these companies. Apple uses child labor to manufacture disposable eco-disasters that fit in your pocket. Apple also has an ad business, they will definitely spy on you (just like they're spying on their employees). In no way is that a comment on Google, Meta or any of the others. They should also be taken to task. There's no reason to defend Apple on this though.
- infamouscow 4y agoI forgot Apple had an ad business -- I guess Apple isn't in a better position than Google or Meta on privacy.