I seriously just laughed out aloud in a Caribou Coffee when I read this,
" While initially successful, the approach would eventually be defeated by competition that "evolves naturally" and becomes "immune" to the Apple effect, the executive insisted."
Funny thing this statement was! Last time I checked, companies were drinking coffee 24/7...even copying...coughMSFTcough...what Apple brings out. How long has it been since something from Apple has fallen back by this natural evolution theory crap? None from my knowledge. The iPod brought the digital music industry to new levels, and is still, VERY FAR in the lead. Mac computers are amongst the most reliable there are. Customer service can't be beaten, with the exception of private builders. What is one good thing that, Acer, of all those companies, has brought to the table? I know the quick answer...a lump of doodoo! I will now forever see Acer as a complete joke of a company!
I seriously think these CEO's are going mad over Apple's success!
"Evolves naturally," my rear!! There is a reason everyone and their grandma know about a new release from Apple, while being the complete opposite for almost EVERYONE else! The people who buy it choose what they want to be interested in.
One last thing, I promise! I believe the, "evolves naturally," statement has absolutely everything to do with their companies seeking extremely low computer prices, which in turn lowers the profit margins, which *naturally* makes the time between a new device significantly longer than Apple's, who's prices are higher while also having higher grade builds.