In addition to the production conditions of its products, Apple has repeatedly been singled out for its business practicesdeemed to be problematic both with respect to consumers what of the concurrence.
Several European consumer associations have thus criticized the computer giant for programming theobsolescence of its devices to encourage consumption. A practice that Test-Achat described as “unfair to consumers” et “environmentally irresponsible”.
Proceedings have also been brought once morest the American company in Germany, concerning its anti-competitive practices. Apple enjoying a quasi-monopole on the tech market, he is indeed accused of having taken advantage of it to hinder his competitors, for example by makingApp Store the only download platform available on iPhones and iPads. Many applications are therefore not available on these devices, which puts several game publishers in a delicate position…
Behind an engaging storytelling and a sleek design, Apple is far from being an irreproachable box. To discover in detail the stakes of the controversies in which it is involved, go to audio.
