We think Android is very, very fragmented, and becoming more fragmented by the day. And as you know, Apple strives for the integrated model so that the user isn't forced to be the systems integrator.
Interpretation
The quote highlights the differences in approach between Android and Apple's operating systems, focusing on fragmentation versus integration.
Steve Jobs emphasizes the challenges posed by the fragmentation of the Android ecosystem compared to Apple's strategy of providing a seamless and integrated user experience. He points out that while Android's variability can overwhelm users, Apple aims to simplify technology use by managing integration within its own ecosystem.
In practice
During a tech conference discussing mobile operating systems.
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