Apple's Walled Garden Almost Cost a Life: A Cautionary Tale

A long-time Apple user faced a critical situation when his wife needed urgent medical attention. The insurance app required for finding in-network hospitals was geo-restricted to the UAE, and Apple's restrictions, coupled with his Apple Music subscription, prevented him from easily changing regions to download it. He only resolved the situation by using an Android emulator and later acquiring an Android phone. This experience highlighted the dangers of Apple's closed ecosystem and prompted a plea for more open app installation policies to prevent similar emergencies.