Is Apple a software company, hardware company, or rent-seeking company?

46 · Birchtree · July 28, 2026, 4:54 p.m.
Summary
This blog post discusses the ongoing debate about Apple's identity as a company—whether it is primarily a software company, a hardware company, or something else entirely. The author argues that Apple effectively embodies both software and hardware elements in its operations, contributing to its unique position in the tech industry.