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Is Apple’s credibility in danger with ridiculous App Store arrival?

August 5th, 2008

A new “application” appeared in Apple’s App Store today debuting at a mere $999.99. What does this incredible application do one might ask. Well there is the rub. Basically, it has two “features”. First, it displays a screen like this:

Finally, the author touts: “pressing the (i) on the main page” yields a “secret mantra ” that MAY “help you to stay rich, healthy, and successful.”

I am not going to name the application as it deserves a lot less attention that it is going to receive. However, I’m curious as to Apple’s role in this.

First, the way the App Store works is that all applications must be reviewed by Apple before being added to the store. Second, Apple gets a 30% commission on sales of all applications in the App Store. This means that Apple has not only reviewed and posted this ridiculous pile of dung, but they are willing to take a $300 cut off any sales. The author of the application is equating this to “art” and I supposed that will be the loophole used to justify the ridiculous price of a screenshot with a quote on the back.

Personally, I think Apple’s credibility is on the line with this one. We’ll have to see how it plays out.

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