Mon Jan 13 06:02:41 UTC 2025: ## Zuckerberg Slams Apple’s iPhone Monopoly in Joe Rogan Podcast
**San Francisco, CA** – Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg launched a scathing critique of Apple during a recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast. Zuckerberg accused Apple of resting on its laurels for two decades since the iPhone’s inception, claiming a lack of significant innovation in recent models is hindering sales.
He argued that Apple’s profits are driven not by innovation, but by a 30% commission on app developers and the push for users to purchase complementary products like AirPods, effectively stifling competition. Zuckerberg pointed out that while Apple’s creation of AirPods is acceptable, it simultaneously prevents others from creating similar iPhone-compatible accessories. He stated that eliminating Apple’s restrictive practices would double Meta’s profits.
Zuckerberg also challenged Apple’s privacy justification for its strict third-party developer regulations. He suggested Apple could improve security without such restrictive controls, implying the policies serve primarily to maintain its dominance in the market. His overall assessment paints a picture of an aging tech giant relying on its existing market share rather than fostering genuine innovation and competition.
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