Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 04/30 – The EU Brings The Hammer Down On Apple
Apr 30, 2021
The European Union charges Apple with antitrust violations, igniting a fierce debate over its App Store practices. Roku pulls YouTube TV from its channel store, creating ripples in the streaming landscape. Compatibility concerns arise with the new iPad Pro and Magic Keyboard. The surge in tech growth during the pandemic reveals shifting economic dynamics, while cryptocurrency acceptance rises in Latin America. Plus, intriguing discussions on mRNA technology's future beyond vaccines and Nintendo's expanding realm prove there's much to ponder.
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Apple's Services Strategy
- Brian McCullough questions the long-term value of Apple's foray into services like Apple Music and Apple Books.
- He suggests these services might become more trouble than they're worth due to antitrust concerns.
Roku vs. YouTube TV
- Roku removed YouTube TV from its channel store after failing to reach a distribution agreement with Google.
- The dispute is not about financial terms but broader competition in hardware, software, and content.
Magic Keyboard Compatibility
- Apple clarified that the first-generation Magic Keyboard is functionally compatible with the new, slightly thicker iPad Pros.
- It "may not precisely fit when closed" due to the half-millimeter difference.