“According to several sources familiar with Apple’s iPhone and iPod touch software development kit (SDK) plans, the company will use a March 6 event in Cupertino, California to formally announce a number of potentially controversial limitations on application development and publishing. Our sources spoke on the condition that their comments were not for attribution, independently confirming the following details, and offering differing opinions of their importance,” Jeremy Horwitz reports for iLounge. “We include both the details and opinions below for your reference.”
• Apple iTunes Store as exclusive software distributor
• Apps require Apple stamp of approval
• No accessory connectivity directly with iPhone, iPod touch Dock Connector
Horowitz writes, “Sources told iLounge that the collective impact of Apple’s decisions will be to control and stifle third-party development at a critical juncture in iPhone and iPod history, limiting what could be an open, thriving Mac-like collection of applications and accessories to a smaller, more stagnant iPod-like controlled environment. Consequently, a source suggests, developers who “jailbrake” iPhones and iPods to develop applications will be at an advantage relative to those who use Apple’s official tools. Even after extensive discussions on the subject, however, iLounge remains open-minded to the idea that Apple’s plans will result in net positives for the iPod and iPhone community, and optimistic that the company will loosen its planned restrictions to accommodate the Apple community’s demonstrated, impressive creativity.”
Horowitz reports, “According to our sources, Apple will use the March 6 event to tout the benefits of the SDK to selected media, analysts, and developers, releasing an incomplete, ‘beta’ version of the kit that was originally promised for February.”
Full article here.
Didn’t we already know this?
Oh yeah, and it’ll be 6 days late. Suck on that, MAC dorks.
‘Apple iTunes Store as exclusive software distributor’
tut tut
OPEN IT OPEN IT!!!!!!
C1: LMFAO ! !
Interesting. Will Apple tack on an additional charge for the software, or are they just there to control? Will they test the code prior to releasing it to the store? Will they have specific coding rules that the developers must follow?
I think everyone here should end every post from now on with:
“Suck on that, MAC dorks.”
Aren’t there similar rules and controls in place for Apple approved widgets and iPhone web apps?
And oh yeah, suck on that, MAC dorks.
All in good time……Apple is taking its time with this…..even if its not totally open for release of the sdk, it will eventually be that way…..
“No accessory connectivity directly with iPhone, iPod touch Dock Connector”
Does this mean the software to drive the GPS kit can’t be installed. Nor the VoIP iTouch microphone.
I understand Apple being cautious in regard to third party apps. This product is still in launch mode (only available in 4 countries, remember), is EXTREMELY high profile, and certain parties are certainly hoping for its failure. Every little snafu has meant monumental negative publicity, so just imagine what might happen if an application truly screws up phones.
I hope Apple will eventually open the platform for free applications (or nearly free – just charging developers a nominal fee to cover the cost of authorizing applications).
…and I wanted to connect a mouse to my Touch!
Nicely done, ChrissyOne and thanks. I might be able to take the day off.
Zune Tang a.k.a. Ampar a.k.a. ChrissyOne
Your potential. Our passion.™
P.S. MACs sukc beCuse tHey cnAT play GamEz.
Why are idiots still capitalizing MAC?
To mr_matalino: I think it stems from ignorance combined with the masses conditioned to seeing the initials for personal computer in caps.
My MAC address sucks. I wanted a better one.
“Zune Tang a.k.a. Ampar a.k.a. ChrissyOne”
You wish.
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I want to buy @105 not 150
Let’s hope Apple doesn’t screw this up… limiting things like Video Recording, Voice Recording, Bluetooth Stereo, etc.
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Anyone know why MDN is limiting posts by certain people? When I open the site up in Safari, none of the “Magic Words” appear. I had to post this in Firefox.
Don’t really have anything to post, just wanted to say…
“suck on that, MAC dorks.”
zune tang aka mdn webbie alias ya mean
Shouldn’t it be “Suck on those Mac dorks” or “Suck on this Mac dork?”
This decision by Apple will only further underscore the woeful lack of functionality in the iPhone.
It’s sad really. A device with so much promise, ironically hamstrung by a company that used to stand for delivering function and elegance to its customers.
@ mr_matalino
Some idiots still capitalize MAC out of ignorance, but Zune Tang does to parody those PC-centric idiots, and C1 does it to parody Zune Tang. It’s an enigma, wrapped up in a puzzle, wrapped up in a conundrum.
My MAC (63-1b-42-00-55-3e) isn’t suckable.
Just wanted you all to know.
Oh yeah…
“suck on that, MAC dorks.”
@ HolyMackerel
I imagine there will be apps for interfacing the iPhone with a Bluetooth GPS Receiver early in the SDK’s history. I’d rather use a separate, wireless device anyway than to have a battery sucking dongle hanging on the butt end of my phone. GPS receivers do not work well inside cars or buildings, so unless you want to stick your iPhone to the windshield, it won’t help much to have a dongle.
This type of GPS interface is what I want most for my iPhone along with, maybe, Route 66 or Route Buddy.