Thread: How can we encourage iPhone developers to develop on Maemo?
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2009-08-17 , 20:16
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Originally Posted by ysss View Post
Would you mind to tell me your method to showcase your app to this 50k select clientele and how much that costs you, in approximate relation % to your sales?
I have got my own website and try to get my apps reviewed by relevant blogs and news sites. it also helps to send updates info to news sites. Costs me nothing.

So we can make a quick comparison to the quoted "flat 30% cost" of AppStore)
I have done it for you - it is 12% vs 30%. Apple does nothing to present my app to users. it simply throws it into the sam bag with other apps. This does not justify extra 18%. And no, I am not interested in "content delivery and order processing from IDE". I can do both via a website.

Yes, I'm very interested in your methods. Awaiting your more detailed explanations..
May I inquire about the nature of your interest? Are you also a software developer? What commercial software have you developed?

PS: 12% seems EXTREMELY high for cc processing fees. I think most large retailers gets charged less than 3%. This may yet be another example of economy of scale, or lack thereof.
I would like to know of a service that takes lower percentage while providing order placement and processing interface on the web. If you know of such a company, do not hesitate to tell.
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