The Vergecast Apple diversifying business, face unlock for Pixel 4, and a bill banning endless scrolling
Aug 2, 2019
Technology reporter Adi Robertson joins to discuss significant shifts in Apple's business strategy, revealing how the iPhone now represents less than half of its revenue. They dive into Google’s Pixel 4 and its eyebrow-raising face unlock feature, raising questions about practicality and user privacy. A pressing topic is Senator Josh Hawley's bill aimed at regulating manipulative social media practices, urging a reexamination of tech's role in user engagement. The conversation blends insights with humor, critiquing today's technological landscape.
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Apple's Diversifying Business
- Apple's iPhone revenue is declining, while services and wearables revenue grows.
- This diversification could impact future product decisions, potentially prioritizing service upselling over user experience.
Prioritize User Experience
- Consumers should focus on how Apple's financial changes affect products and their user experience.
- Be wary of Apple's service offerings and potential compromises to user experience for increased profits.
Catalyst vs. SwiftUI
- Apple emphasizes Catalyst, allowing iPad apps on Macs, despite its current flaws and the focus on SwiftUI.
- This disconnect between public messaging and developer perception raises questions about Apple's Mac app strategy.