‘Unfair’ EU rules are delaying features for European users, the tech giant says.

“Bureaucrats in Brussels” are unfairly challenging Apple’s closed ecosystem and denying users the “magical, innovative experience” that makes the firm unique, Apple said.

The so-called walled garden that combines Apple’s products and software ensures a safe and high quality experience for users, it says, but EU regulators counter that it unfairly shuts out rivals.

  • teft@piefed.socialEnglish
    63·
    8 months ago

    It’s not about what apple wants. It’s about consumers having the freedom to do whatever the fuck they want with their device. If i buy a chair and want to add a 5th leg Ikea has no say in the matter so why should apple have a say in my app choices?

    • Bennyboybumberchums@lemmy.worldBanned from communityEnglish
      7·
      8 months ago

      But the consumer does have a choice. They have the choice not to buy apple. Right? Its not like they hide this fact. You know what you are buying into.

      “I get to do whatever I want” not according to the Ts&Cs you agreed to when you turned the phone on. Again, you knew what you were getting into. So why are trying to force someone else to do something, when its perfectly reasonable that you just dont buy the thing that doesnt suit your needs?

      • Olap@lemmy.worldEnglish
        53·
        8 months ago

        Have you tried to have a smart phone outside of Apple or Android? They are clearly operating as a duopoly at this stage, they need tackled

      • nuggie_ss@lemmings.worldEnglish
        10·
        8 months ago

        Regulations like these exist to protect people who can’t protect themselves.

        The average apple-user is too stupid to understand or appreciate the value of an open ecosystem, so it’s up to those who know better to fight on their behalf.

          • nuggie_ss@lemmings.worldEnglish
            8·
            8 months ago

            It’s the truth whether you like it or not.

            Viruses are malware, for example. You’re completely clueless and feel embarrassed that someone dared mention it’s a trait of people who buy apple products.

            You should educate yourself instead of getting mad at those who are more knowledgeable than you.

              • nuggie_ss@lemmings.worldEnglish
                3·
                8 months ago

                Viruses are malware

                Virus are a subgroup of malware you fucking spoon

                Either you’re trolling, or just proving me right about the mental capacity of the average apple user. You tried to make a list by saying 1 thing because you don’t have any idea of what you’re talking about.

                You really should just take the L and move on. You’ve embarrassed yourself enough.

                  • nuggie_ss@lemmings.worldEnglish
                    3·
                    8 months ago

                    I didnt say that. You did.

                    full of viruses, malware, and every other fucking thing that makes running windows a pain in the arse.

                    No, you tried to make a list that amounted to saying only 1 thing: that Windows has malware.

                    Now you’re just flustered and trying to save face. It’s unfortunate that you’re not taking this opportunity to reflect and learn, but I can’t say I expected more from the average apple user; you pride yourselves on ignorance.