In a recent interview with Joe Rogan, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg criticised Apple for its perceived lack of innovation and restrictive business practices. Zuckerberg asserted that Apple has been “coasting” on the success of the iPhone, introduced by Steve Jobs, without significant advancements in recent years.
He also took issue with Apple’s App Store policies, particularly the 30% commission on transactions, describing them as “arbitrary” and detrimental to competition. Zuckerberg suggested that these policies have negatively impacted Meta’s profitability, estimating that the company could potentially double its profits without such restrictions.
Additionally, Zuckerberg commented on Apple’s approach to product development, contrasting it with Meta’s strategy. He characterized Apple as a “perfectionist” company that waits to develop technology before releasing products, whereas Meta focuses on bringing products to market quickly and iterating based on user feedback.
These remarks highlight ongoing tensions between Meta and Apple, particularly concerning platform restrictions and differing philosophies on innovation and market competition.
For a more in-depth discussion, you can watch the interview segment below:
