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Apple's Streaming Strategy: Promises and Pitfalls

This chapter examines Apple's entry into the streaming market, focusing on its new TV app and subscription model in comparison to competitors like Netflix and Hulu. It highlights challenges such as a lack of a robust content back catalog, user interface issues, and concerns regarding privacy and integration with third-party platforms. The conversation raises questions about the effectiveness of Apple's strategy in a fragmented streaming landscape, emphasizing the need for clearer pricing and functionality to attract consumers.

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