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While internal talent persists, the cultural emphasis has shifted. "Build what finance allows" has replaced "push the boundaries." This transformation is not solely about Apple—it's emblematic of how entire industries can drift from invention to preservation.
Conclusion: From Reinventor to Guardian of the Past
Apple's journey underscores a profound truth: success can breed complacency. The company that once transformed entire industries now guards its existing assets and profits its past ventures. Innovation, once its defining trait, has been replaced by a cautious pursuit of stability.