AppleInsider StaffThe App Store will allow users to download and install applications with just one click, like on the iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Developers will also be able to take a 70 percent cut of sales through the digital storefront, while Apple keeps 30 percent.
Like on iOS devices, software will be remotely hosted by Apple. But once applications are installed, they will run locally, like traditional software.
In both Lion and Snow Leopard, users will not be tied to the App Store for new software. Jobs said that the App Store will simply be an option for both developers and users, suggesting Mac OS X will not become a "walled garden" like iOS.
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I can see there being a major problem for previous app purchasers. I think they should integrate a section where people can enter their existing license keys. That would make it mint
Not to mention it keeps Leopard or even Tiger systems out of the loop.
I really don't like that Apple knows how much money my company makes and which client has my application. They may not check the clients computer, but this way they still know what is going on.
this is a great new revenue stream. looking forward to more apple profit in the coming quarters.
Hate to say I told you so...
But I told you so...
The app store for Macs was the next logical step and also the worst thing that could happen.
It will cause Apple to reject many apps that do nothing wrong other than not fit with current partnerships.
Too much control. It is more monopolistic than MS ever was.
Hate to say I told you so...
But I told you so...
The app store for Macs was the next logical step and also the worst thing that could happen.
It will cause Apple to reject many apps that do nothing wrong other than not fit with current partnerships.
Too much control. It is more monopolistic than MS ever was.
So an OPTIONAL store which gives small scale developers international distribution is a bad thing. Strange logic you have there.