Epic versus Apple? I’m rooting for the users

You’ve seen the stories (see page 33): it’s an epic (eye-rolling pun intended) war between two technology giants. In one corner is Apple, accused of being a greedy colossus using its tight-fisted control over its platforms to stifle innovation and ruin consumer choice. In the other, Epic Games, accused of posing as the victim of a controversy it manufactured in the name of keeping more cash for itself. Who do you back? Choose your side.

The thing is, I don’t really back all the actions of either party in this kerfuffle. Instead, I’m squarely on the side of the people who use technology. Let’s leave aside the tech giants. What are the outcomes that would most benefit regular users?

EASIER TO BUY STUFF

There’s no doubt about it. Apple’s restrictions on in-app purchases for digital goods – developers must use Apple’s