Somewhat relevant, how it all started on OSX: http://www.macrumors.com/2011/01/06/first-wave-of-mac-app-store-apps-features-broad-range-of-prices/ http://www.m

Somewhat relevant, how it all started on OSX: http://www.macrumors.com/2011/01/06/first-wave-of-mac-app-store-apps-features-broad-range-of-prices/ http://www.macrumors.com/2011/01/06/first-wave-of-mac-app-st... @Author: for the latest numbers: http://www.distimo.com/leaderboards/apple-mac-app-store/united-states/business/paid http://www.distimo.com/leaderboards/apple-mac-app-store/unit... App store pricing is a function of intrinsic value to the customer and competition in the market. No matter what you propose, the race to the bottom (optimal) can only be avoided if similarly skilled developers in cheaper countries can be kept out of the store. Good luck with that... Initial market leaders have limited choices: out-market, out-innovate, out-price or out-service the competition. Deliver value or perish. It's a 'win' for the consumer, who can vote with their wallets (now transparent) and their reviews (also transparent). In general, it's a win in terms of quality and experience for the consumer, and for the small developer as well. I am very happy about this. Big name companies can no longer get away with crappy software and crappy support. Little guys can shine. For most developers amongst us, this is an opportunity, not a threat. PS Though I like the feature of 15min review on Android, I think this breaks the feedback and quality cycle (who bothers to complain if you got your money back?!?). They should abandon this mechanism.