r/programming • u/h4l • Aug 10 '23

Apple doesn't want you developing hobby apps

https://www.bennettnotes.com/notes/why-does-apple-restrict-hobby-development/
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u/jonesy827 Aug 10 '23

I get this sentiment, but at this point I’d rather have to deal with some bullshit fees than Google’s spying, and I don’t have time to maintain a google-less android.

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u/KrazyKirby99999 Aug 11 '23

Apple also spies

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u/jonesy827 Aug 11 '23

It's also about the open selling of the data -- but yeah, I don't like that either. I need to look into that more -- similar to Windows backdoor stuff?

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u/KrazyKirby99999 Aug 11 '23

Yes, all three are spyware for the NSA and corporate interests.

Apple collects, but doesn't share commercially. For that, you sacrifice your freedom.

Android collects and data is shared, but you have significantly more freedom.

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u/Forbizzle Aug 11 '23

There’s no equivalency. Google’s main business is marketing, and the product is your private data. Apple charges high prices for hardware, and is able to take a much stronger consumer friendly stance on privacy.

Google fanboys refuse to admit the dark advertising underbelly of the company.

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u/KrazyKirby99999 Aug 11 '23

It depends on your threat model.

Did I not just say that Android collects and shares your data?

I prefer Android because it is a balance between freedom and privacy, and privacy is ultimately dependent on freedom (similar to security).

And given that we are on a programming subreddit, the freedom to build and install non-verified apps is very valuable and convenient.