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    #562: Let's Break the Law

    May 5th, 2025 · 105 minutes

    We break down Apple's failure in U.S. District Court and what it means for the future of Apple's policies, corporate culture, corporate executives, and bottom line. Also (awkward!) we discuss Apple's quarterly financial results.

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    Apple results theme by Lex Friedman.

    The Mira Pro Color is Boox’s first color E Ink monitor | The Verge
    Apple Plans Split iPhone Launch Strategy: Pro and Foldable in Fall 2026, Standard in Spring 2027 - MacRumors
    The Episode 400 Draft Scorecard
    A judge just blew up Apple’s control of the App Store | The Verge
    Apple files appeal to wrest back control of its App Store | The Verge
    Apple updates App Store Guidelines to allow links to external payments - 9to5Mac
    The hammer falls on Apple’s malicious-compliance scheme – Six Colors
    A Breach of Trust: Apple Held in Contempt Over App Store Rules - MacStories
    David Smith: "I've been mulling over the App…" - Mastodon
    Developers and Platforms React as App Store Rules Change in the U.S. - MacStories
    Apple Q2 2025 results and charts: $95.4B revenue – Six Colors
    This is Tim: Complete transcript of Apple’s Q2 2025 financial call – Six Colors
    Beware the tariffs! Inside Apple’s latest financial results – Six Colors
    Upgrade 562: Let's Break the Law - YouTube