This week, I am covering the happenings between Google, and Apple. Previously in my posts for weekly written analysis, I talked about Apple not allowing some programs to be accessed on the iPhone and other programs not being allowed.
Now, this case regarding Apple rejecting Google's VoIP is being presented to the FCC. According to Jeff Bertolucci, writer for PC World,"The FCC is investigating the matter, and it's a safe bet the Feds aren't keen on Apple's handling of Google Voice. In fact, the FCC may very well interpret Apple's actions as a violation of Net neutrality principles -- essentially, that ISPs shouldn't block or impair the ability of consumers to use Internet services."
As the article states, this type of PR is making Apple look like a bully, dictating what sort of programs may and may not be accessed by iPhone users. To avoid this type of negative PR, Apple certainly has its work cut out for it.
References:
Bertolucci, Jeff. PC World, 2009. Apple Will Lose Fight to Ban Google Voice in the End. Retrieved on September 19, 2009, from http://tech.yahoo.com/news/pcworld/20090918/tc_pcworld/applewilllosefighttobangooglevoiceintheend
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Good blog! I often wonder why these two giants can work things out without trashing each other. The program writers and the hardware creaters need to have a better working relationship - one very much needs the other. Its my opinion that both Apple and google need to listen to what their cleints want and make it work.
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