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The video exposes Apple and Google's practice of taking a 30% cut from in-app purchases, leading to higher prices for subscriptions on iOS and Android compared to web purchases. Companies like Epic Games and Spotify have challenged these charges. Some companies, like Amazon, avoid the fees by directing users to purchase outside the app. The video advises users to review subscriptions on Google Play or the App Store for potential cost savings and highlights the need to seek cheaper options on direct websites rather than buying through iOS apps. Additionally, the content creator promotes their custom thumbnail service and teases a follow-up video on programs in the system 32 folder in Windows.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker reveals that Apple and Google take a 30% cut from in-app purchases made through their platforms. Many companies and apps increase prices within their apps to offset this commission, meaning the same service can be 30% cheaper if purchased directly from the website on a desktop. Apple prohibits developers from informing users that the service could be cheaper elsewhere. Android allows apps to bypass the 30% commission if they use their own payment software. Specific examples are given, such as YouTube Premium being $12 per month when purchased from the web or Android, but $16 per month on iOS for the same service with a shorter trial period.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses how subscription prices for various apps are more expensive on iOS and Android compared to purchasing on the web. Examples given include YouTube Music, Duolingo, and MyFitnessPal, where the prices are significantly higher on mobile platforms. The recommendation is to review all your app subscriptions on Google Play for Android or the App Store for iOS, as many services offer the same subscriptions at a lower price when purchased through their website. The speaker also mentions that some companies, like Amazon Kindle and Amazon Prime, bypass the additional charges by not allowing in-app purchases and directing users to purchase on their websites instead.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses how some apps like Netflix, Spotify Premium, and YouTube TV do not allow users to sign up or purchase subscriptions through the iOS app due to Apple’s policies. The speaker mentions that companies, like Spotify and Epic Games (Fortnite), have fought against Apple’s commission fees and restrictions on in-app purchases. Epic Games, for instance, initiated a legal battle against Apple for alleged anti-competitive practices. The speaker advises viewers to check for cheaper subscription options on direct websites rather than buying through the iOS app.
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In this segment of the video, the content creator mentions creating custom thumbnails for a price, highlighting that they believe their thumbnails are of higher quality than those found on platforms like Fiverr. The link to their thumbnail creation service is provided in the description. Additionally, the creator recommends watching their next video which discusses interesting programs in the system 32 folder in Windows. Viewers are encouraged to check out the recommended video by clicking on the provided link. The segment concludes with a thank you message and an invitation to watch the next video.