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0 pointsk-mcgrady9y ago0 comments

>> "updates offer a lot"

This is the main issue I think. The only way to charge users for an update is to create a new version of the app and then try to inform users about it. A subscription will enable ongoing development for apps which is unsustainable at 99¢ per download.

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6stringmerc9y ago

Or, as revenue comes in from an app, adding more features to entice more buyers, then giving existing users more features (which in turn will theoretically result in better word-of-mouth) can have a positive feedback loop.

rtpg9y ago

And when you hit peak users (say, 100% of the market) you now have no money to support more upgrades.

So despite the fact that pretty much everyone will want continued improvements, nobody will get anything.

6stringmerc9y ago

So time for the next program/app, right?

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0 pointsk-mcgrady9y ago0 comments

>> "updates offer a lot"

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rtpg9y ago

And when you hit peak users (say, 100% of the market) you now have no money to support more upgrades.

So despite the fact that pretty much everyone will want continued improvements, nobody will get anything.

6stringmerc9y ago

So time for the next program/app, right?

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