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Historically, innovation thrives on the willingness to take risks and even accept failures. The caution that now dominates Apple’s strategy echoes a broader pattern seen in giants like Kodak or BlackBerry—companies once at the forefront that fell into irrelevance through over-optimization and fear of failure.
The Future: Can Apple Reignite Its Spirit of Disruption?
The question remains: can Apple rediscover its original daring spirit? Currently, the company’s focus on safeguarding its legacy and maximizing shareholder value has led it into a cycle of stasis. Product announcements are timed for investor confidence rather than technological breakthroughs, and delays in critical features suggest a retreat from innovation.