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Are You An 'iOS Update Victim'? Apple's Inconsiderate Disregard for Backward App Compatibility: Some Notes +

IMHO, anyone who's purchased a fair number of apps for an Apple device over the years is very likely to eventually fall victim to Apple's inconsiderate disregard for backward compatibility - i.e. become an 'iOS update victim'. The following are some comments concerning this regrettable & costly situation. Please feel free to share your own reflections for possible future inclusion on this blog. Please note that this page may be subject to updates so please bookmark it and return often. INITIAL OBSERVATIONS * Apple sells its customers (that is, 'possible future iOS update victims' or PFIUVs) apps that Apple knows will likely be incompatible in a short time (e.g. if the device is updated). These apps may cost purchasers (PFIUVs) good money. There is no known limit to how many apps one may lose use of, or of how much money this loss of apps may cost people. "Tough luck" to the customer (a.k.a. 'iOS update victim') seems to be Apple's o

Welcome to the 'It's Time For Justice' Blog!

This blog is for anyone who... * Has ever lost functionality in a app (particularly a paid app) after an iOS update * Has ever lost data due to an iOS update * Feels Apple has mistreated them Eventually, it is our hope that a class action lawsuit will be initiated against Apple for their customer unfriendly business practices with respect to iOS updates (which cost consumers both anguish & thousands of dollars). Time permitting, we plan to detail a recent issue with Apple that has gone on without a resolution, even though Apple is legally obliged to provide one. We believe the issue shows Apple's lack of concern for both its legal obligations and for its customers. In the meantime, if you have a grievance against Apple with respect to an iOS update, loss of app functionality or data, or about how you were treated by Apple, please let us know. If you would like to join a future class action lawsuit with respect to these issues, please let us know. Although we can't