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Right, I was just pointing out that for the consumer, there's basically no difference in app business models. It just may be a different payment processor and maybe lower prices.


My original point wasn't that there will be a visible difference to the consumers but that all app purchases and in-app-purchases will be structured so that Apple's cut goes to zero.

If Apple allows non-apple payment without major restrictions, it's revenue from app store will trend towards zero (save for inertia).


Right. I don't think anyone disputes that.

I think it's fine. It's a tiny part of their overall profits. Like sub 5%. If it gets antitrust regulators off their back it's well worth it.




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