Re:You probably don't need a single-page app
by simple_phrases on Sunday February 17, 2019 @10:14AM
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Native apps allow Google to collect much more information than they can via the browser. They also allow for a wider range of advertising opportunities.
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Re:You probably don't need a single-page app
by phkahler on Sunday February 17, 2019 @10:48AM
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Except for people who won't put up with advertising in native apps.
Re:You probably don't need a single-page app
by simple_phrases on Sunday February 17, 2019 @03:03PM
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Adblocking on phones requires infinitely more hoops to jump through than using a browser adblocker does.
Re:You probably don't need a single-page app
by movedx on Sunday February 17, 2019 @07:42PM
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Google's services are incredibly convenient and well made, and you may be assuming people will give up those conveniences. That's a big assumption and I think it wont pan out that way.
Re:You probably don't need a single-page app
by mnm1 on Sunday February 17, 2019 @04:27PM
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Based on the number of Windows 10 users, that's a very small percentage of users indeed.
Re:You probably don't need a single-page app
by joshfraser on Sunday February 17, 2019 @11:11AM
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They don't need to show you ads in their apps. They just use them to collect your data, like where you are every moment of every day and use that data to better target ads.
Re:You probably don't need a single-page app
by BartBoch on Sunday February 17, 2019 @12:31PM
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Android and Google Search are completely different Google departments. They will fight for the audience as long as they won't directly compete with each other. Board can see this as a widening audience, cementing presence and reaching new markets. It's in the best interest of Google Search and Chrome to push browser apps ahead.