https://www.theverge.com/2022/10/26/23423977/iphone-usb-c-eu-law-joswiak-confirms-compliance-lightning

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An analysis of iOS 17.2 beta by 9to5Mac reveals that Apple might start allowing users to sideload apps from outside the App Store, which the European Union's Digital Markets Act demands. 

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- Epic Games and Spotify are leveraging new European regulations to bypass Apple's control over the App Store.
- Epic Games announced the launch of an alternative app store for iPhone users in Europe, starting with three games.
- Spotify has begun directing European users to its website for subscriptions, a move previously restricted by Apple.
- Apple is facing similar regulatory pressures in the U.S., with ongoing legal battles and high fees for alternative payment systems.
- The European Commission has criticized Apple for not fully complying with digital-competition laws, threatening significant fines. 

 Source: [WSJ](https://www.wsj.com/tech/epic-games-apple-app-store-europe-44ceda50?mod=tech_lead_story)

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- The European Court of Justice has ruled that Apple must pay €13bn in back taxes to Ireland, overturning a previous lower court decision.
- The ruling confirms that Ireland provided unlawful aid to Apple through a tax deal that resulted in a tax rate of less than 1 percent.
- Apple has criticized the decision, claiming the EU is retroactively changing the rules and that their income was already taxed in the US.
- The case is seen as a significant moment in the EU's efforts to regulate Big Tech's tax arrangements.
- Separately, the EU won an antitrust case against Google, upholding a €2.4bn fine for abusing its market power. 

 Source: [Financial Times](https://www.ft.com/content/d6b7d0fd-a41b-45a9-a830-9cacb10c5151)

EU Court Orders Apple to Pay €13bn in Back Taxes

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People of grapevine, which earphone(tws)/headphone(over ear) would you recommend to someone working in an office environment. Budget is not an issue. It should help focus on my work without causing me any discomfort, long battery duration is a must.

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- Apple is projected to increase its revenue by 20 percent, crossing $9.5 billion in 2024, driven by iPhone sales and other categories like MacBooks and iPads.
- Apple's market share in India is expanding due to its premium positioning, brand aspiration, and increased retail presence in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, along with local manufacturing under the 'Make in India' initiative.
- Non-smartphone revenue for Apple in India is expected to reach $1.3 billion in 2024, with iPhone revenues alone around $8.2 billion.
- Apple achieved 10 million iPhone shipments in 2023, with an expected growth of 18-20 percent in 2024, driven by new phone launches and festive season sales.
- Despite challenges like intense competition and reduced seasonal demand, Apple's non-iPhone categories, such as Mac and iPad, showed strong performance, contributing to record revenue in the June quarter. 

 Source: Moneycontrol

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Have been an Android user and planning on moving completely to apple ecosystem - iphone, iWatch, air pods, magsafe charger, and a series of other apple accessories. I own a macbook already. The total cost comes to little over 2 lakhs. I am in India so the cost includes govt taxes. 

Is it worth it? Have any of you benefitted by being on Apple as compared to Android?  Would love to hear your opinions.

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