Eh, I think this argument is a bit glib.
Google's main endeavor is to develop an actual product. They design and engineer something in the hopes that people use it. (Then they sell ads, like the publishing industry has done for 200 years.)
Google's main endeavor is to develop an actual product. They design and engineer something in the hopes that people use it. (Then they sell ads, like the publishing industry has done for 200 years.)
According to this 2/3 Apple devices sold are still active today: http://www.asymco.com/2018/02/27/the-number/
I believe Apple gains directly from the longevity. People know that Apple products last long and hold resale value; where I am the iPhone 5s from Sept 2013 is sold second-hand for ~$150CAD
Devices with high resale value mean customers can upgrade frequently.