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I think the other effect, that Apple is a status symbol, is more effective. Apple is expensive (less so than before, but still). In other words, an iphone "prov
by spwa4 2y ago
I think the other effect, that Apple is a status symbol, is more effective. Apple is expensive (less so than before, but still). In other words, an iphone "proves" that you are better than your neighbor.
And people defend status symbols as if they're defending baby Jesus from Satan.
- wappieslurkz 2y agoAbsolutely, but I think advertising also is a major driver in the perceived importance of social status .
- wappieslurkz 2y ago-