These "developments" seem to have to do with Apple's inability to ensure that such third-party components function consistently, reliably, and securely within the context of the iOS/OS X operating systems. The recent preview of OS X 7 shows that the computer and "mobile device" versions of the OS are increasingly being developed as superset and subset, respectively, part of Apple's attempt to create a user experience which translates seamlessly between devices.
These moves are about control; but interpreting whether it's in the sense of an attempt to lock users into the Apple ecosphere, or in the sense of "quality control," seems to depend on one's prior disposition regarding Apple.
dkmarsh—member, FineTunedMac Co-op Board of Directors
