A common person isn't able to do what the author did, meaning they'll have to reach for the app store. Conveniently, Apple gets a cut of sales on the app store. The conflicts of interest are clear.
The author is “a common person” though? They’re a fiction writer who doesn’t and hasn’t worked professionally as a software developer. that was the point. They’re “home chefs” not professional.
They are indeed, I think. When was the last time you saw a really great free app? That was at the beginning of the App Store ecosystem, I think they've moved away from it.
vineyardmike|3 years ago
n3t|3 years ago
I can imagine that a good platform for making "home-cooked apps" would be beneficial both to Apple and to buyers of their products.
I believe Shortcuts was a move in the right direction.
personjerry|3 years ago
They are indeed, I think. When was the last time you saw a really great free app? That was at the beginning of the App Store ecosystem, I think they've moved away from it.