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AppleScruff1

macrumors G4
Feb 10, 2011
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Because he had standards. Companies that respect their operating system don't license it universally.

Doing so robs you of control at a critical point. Apple is so successful today - and is the most valuable tech company on the planet - because they control the experience from cradle to grave, and do it well. Everything comes down to their business model.

Tell me about his early day standards.
 
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