The absolute only reason Microsoft sold as many Surfaces as they have so far is because the iPad existed first.
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Replying to @BenBajarin
@BenBajarin really? You're saying that if the iPad didn't exist the Surface would have sold less? That...doesn't make sense.2 replies 0 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @benthompson
@monkbent iPad matured and standardized the concept. MSFTs attempts with tablet PC is the evidence.2 replies 0 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @BenBajarin
@BenBajarin actually, now that I think about it, I've argued a similar point previously: http://stratechery.com/2010/apple-innovators-dilemma/#iPadux …1 reply 0 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @benthompson
@monkbent yes that is certainly part of it. Also foundational adoption cycle theory plays in to my thinking as well.2 replies 0 retweets 0 likes
Replying to @BenBajarin
@BenBajarin yeah, I get your point
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