I just found this today (I'd prefer a written article rather than a video, but that's beside the point) - Apparently, there's a class-action lawsuit against Apple going on now. They argue Apple has a monopoly on how iOS apps are sold - Their App Store is the only way to buy apps for iOS devices, and Apple charges developers a 30% cut on the profits, which contributes to driving app prices up. The video:
https://youtu.be/90WBJTJz0P0

Seems like this could be an interesting case. On most other computing platforms, people can buy software from anywhere they want, and developers can easily charge what they want. I know Apple likes to ensure a good experience by keeping their iOS devices inside a walled garden, but I also like to be able to do what I want with the things I purchase. I think it would be good to be able to get apps from other sources and have less restrictions on them.

I am familiar with jailbreaking, and I'm aware that the jailbreaking process adds an additional source of apps. Apple's App Store is the only "official" source of apps for iOS though.

Nightfox

---
þ Synchronet þ Digital Distortion: digitaldistortionbbs.com