The “sactions” are such a joke if they can’t make Apple play game. It’s a completely locked proprietary device - just block all Russian IPs from accessing the App Store.
That’s a very good point. It’s not a bad idea as it would indeed introduce significant friction. Even if eventually worked around completely, that would take time, during which there may well be a lot of persuasive complaints.
The “sactions” are such a joke if they can’t make Apple play game. It’s a completely locked proprietary device - just block all Russian IPs from accessing the App Store.
I’m sure the Russians are savvy and use VPNs like China. It’s much less simple than just geofencing.
Apple could also check location with GPS and wifi, making them unusable in Russia.
Hmm … https://www.theverge.com/24100979/altstore-europe-app-marketplace-price-games
It’s not a bad idea but in the end they’ll likely find a way around that.
it’s all about introducing enough friction. If it takes house moms to click more than 3 buttons they might actually start getting upset and care.
That’s a very good point. It’s not a bad idea as it would indeed introduce significant friction. Even if eventually worked around completely, that would take time, during which there may well be a lot of persuasive complaints.