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A lingering question remains: how long can a company thrive on past innovations? As competitors grow and evolve, Apple risks losing its allure if it cannot continue to inspire awe the way Jobs did. The concern is that without the visionary pushing for excellence, Apple could become just another tech company making minor adjustments rather than revolutionary leaps.
Missteps and the Response to Changing Markets
The anticipation around the Apple Vision Pro encapsulates the current uncertainty. Launched at a high price during a financially challenging time, it didn't resonate with consumers. Jobs, with his intuitive understanding of market dynamics, would likely have insisted on a more accessible pricing strategy or a push for augmented reality that better aligns with consumer needs.