Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 03/13 - Spotify Anti-Trust's Apple
Mar 13, 2019
Spotify takes a bold step, filing an antitrust complaint against Apple, spotlighting fierce App Store practices. Microsoft gears up, unveiling cloud gaming just before Google's big gaming announcement. Meanwhile, Google is reassessing its hardware goals, raising eyebrows about its future. Discord's sudden rise to fame is captivating the influencer community, while a mind-bending quantum experiment suggests there may be no such thing as objective reality. Get ready for a mix of tech skirmishes and philosophical quandaries!
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Spotify's Antitrust Complaint
- Spotify claims Apple's App Store rules stifle competition and limit consumer choice.
- They argue Apple's 30% revenue share creates an unfair advantage for Apple Music.
Spotify's Pricing Disadvantage
- Spotify claims they were pressured into using Apple's in-app purchase system in 2014.
- This forced them to raise their subscription price, putting them at a disadvantage against Apple Music.
Apple's Video Service Launch
- Apple's upcoming video service will initially rely on partner content.
- Original programming is expected later, as Apple races to secure deals with HBO, Showtime, and Starz.