Developer Discontent

Apple’s current approach is alienating both large and small developers, leading to a significant loss of goodwill over the years. The focus on maximizing profits from the App Store may be shortsighted, as it threatens the long-term health of their hardware platforms, which rely on a vibrant app ecosystem. As growth slows in their hardware sales, Apple’s attempts to squeeze more revenue from developers could backfire, ultimately harming their overall business strategy.