Mark Zuckerberg Criticizes Apple for Lack of Innovation and Restrictive Ecosystem

In a podcast interview, the Meta CEO accused Apple of coasting on the iPhone's success while stifling competition through strict developer policies.

Mark Zuckerberg claimed Apple has not significantly innovated since the iPhone, alleging the company is relying on past success without introducing groundbreaking products in recent years.
He criticized Apple's 30% commission on App Store transactions and restrictive protocols that limit third-party device compatibility, citing challenges Meta faced with its Ray-Ban smart glasses.
Zuckerberg argued that Apple's ecosystem hampers competition by prioritizing its own products, such as AirPods, over potential alternatives from other companies.
He suggested that slowing iPhone sales reflect consumer dissatisfaction with incremental upgrades and questioned Apple's long-term ability to maintain its market dominance.
The Meta CEO also commented on Apple's Vision Pro headset, acknowledging its ambition but labeling its first version as underwhelming compared to Meta's own VR products.