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[–] [email protected] 2 points 8 months ago (1 children)

lol this is an “article” written by ChatGPT full of fluff and speculation.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Aw, seriously? I'm getting worse at spotting that.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 8 months ago

Before it was edified, there even used to be a part of the model response

I have expanded the article to over 4500 words, maintaining the same style, tone, and formatting per your request. Please let me know if you need any additional changes or have feedback...

[–] [email protected] 2 points 8 months ago

Was Brexit really worth it?

[–] [email protected] 4 points 8 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) (1 children)

Don't cry over it. I live in Europe so I'll get it but the thing is that Apple will most likely force people into some kind of bullshit certificate that you've to buy in order to be able to sideload.

If you read the legal document about side-loading then Apple could be considered in compliance if they just decided to create a “sideloading program” where you can apply and pay for a special certificate with a vetting process and a lot of restrictions (being a company over a certain size etc). Essentially the same as the current Enterprise program but extended to allow 3rd party stores and distribution of App to random users not part of the same organization.

The legislation won't stop them from doing this and it will effetely only be used by large companies that can go through the vetting process and pay the ridiculous amounts of money that Apple will be asking for.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Why would you assume the legislation won't stop it, they have iteratively corrected legislation to mandate it's original intent plenty of times, most recently they've begun looking at cookies because the banner wasn't the intention of the lawmakers.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 8 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) (1 children)

Why would you assume the legislation won’t stop it, they have iteratively corrected legislation to mandate it’s original intent plenty of times

Because just for starters Apple even tried to argue they shouldn't be subject to the legislation because they didn't have one store but multiple stores. Same with iMessage and whatnot.

If you read the legal document about side-loading then Apple could be considered in compliance if they just decided to create a “sideloading program” where you can apply and pay for a special certificate with a vetting process and a lot of restrictions (being a company over a certain size etc). Essentially the same as the current Enterprise program but extended to allow 3rd party stores and distribution of App to random users not part of the same organization.

most recently they’ve begun looking at cookies because the banner wasn’t the intention of the lawmakers.

Yes but do you know what happens? Due to the way the EU works and our constitutions and agreements work we're talking about at least one year of discussions about the issue and then a 3 year period where countries will have to study what was decided by the European Commission and pass national legislation about it. Then you'll have a transition period like (2 more years) until such legislation goes in effect (deadline). So we're talking about around 5 years to get anything practical. We've seen this with USB-C - even before there was USB-C the EU was in talks to adopt a single port (at the time Micro/Mini USB) and it all took about 10 years to unfold.

Apple is very good as twisting things and what's currently written on the proposal doesn't force Apple to open up iOS to be a generic platform like macOS or Windows - it simply asks them to allow 3rd party stores and sideloading of applications outside their store. Doesn't say that anyone should be able do it, doesn't set the terms, doesn't say it should be free.

[–] [email protected] -1 points 8 months ago (1 children)

So they adapt their policies throughout the process to make sure they are modern?

You're taking a very pessimistic view of this process.

Because just for starters Apple even tried to argue they shouldn't be subject to the legislation because they didn't have one store but multiple stores. Same with iMessage and whatnot

But it didn't work, did you expect apple not to claim they were compliant and didn't need regulation?

[–] [email protected] 2 points 8 months ago (1 children)

You’re taking a very pessimistic view of this process.

No, no, I'm taking a realistic view. I know exactly how and why it works this way and it makes it somehow more democratic and productive while appeasing the lobbying efforts and capabilities of big companies.

It just takes a lot of time, and you'll remember my post whenever Apple finally decides to announce sideloading.

[–] [email protected] -2 points 8 months ago (1 children)

It isn't realistic, you're complaining. You're giving out that apple will fight their case, in what world would they not? Companies will try to find workarounds to laws and lawmakers will try to close loopholes. Is their lobbying influence? Absolutely. But it's hasn't stopped the creation of the legislation.

Apple side loading will be proof the law is working, that is the intention of the law to facilitate side loading. If they find a way to make it difficult there are avenues that can be taken from anti competition cases to changing the law.

I honestly cannot see what you're giving out about. Do you want laws passed in a day with no oversight?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 8 months ago (1 children)

You’re giving out that apple will fight their case, in what world would they not?

No, I'm giving out they'll bypass the intent of the law while complaining. Or at least they'll bypass your interpretation of the law because in mine it doesn't say anything about against restricting it, about having a vetting process or requiring payments.

[–] [email protected] -1 points 8 months ago

think the film Tron made a good while ago was about users having control versus systematic control over the users by the system admins

[–] [email protected] 1 points 8 months ago (2 children)

Imagine buying a piece of hardware and actually owning it.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Imagine buying a piece of hardware knowing full well that doesn't work the way you want it to and then bitching that it doesn't work the way you want it to

[–] [email protected] 0 points 8 months ago (1 children)

There are no phone OSes that work the way we want, so we should just never say anything, as consumers?

[–] [email protected] -1 points 8 months ago

LineageOS does pretty well for me. Don't know what youre talking about.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago) (1 children)

grapheneos, calyxos, lineageos, etc.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 8 months ago (1 children)

If these supported phones I actually wanted I'd consider it. Even better if they weren't a pain in the ass to install.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 8 months ago (1 children)

I recently installed GrapheneOS on a pixel 7 pro. Waaaay easier than lineageOS. As long as you have the drivers installed on your pc and opposable thumbs, it's a breeze.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 8 months ago

Problem is that I bought a 5a and had the screen die just out of the extended warranty and they wouldn't help me out. Giving money to Google is always a mistake, never again.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Apple really fucking hates user freedom and choice.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago) (1 children)

Apple haters have ALWAYS found something to wrap their hate around and then march on parade; this is just the latest. Just join the line at the back…

Or buy something else.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Well the one thing you're right about is that I don't buy Apple.

[–] [email protected] -1 points 8 months ago
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