[Radix]

I have never purchased a single Apple product of any sort that I am aware of.

I've been thinking of picking up an IPAD but after seeing this article, I can rule out the notion.

There is no way that this “policy” can be considered good for consumers.

I've purchased things at Costco that were much cheaper than they were at more conventional outlets.

Why would I want to pay more money for the same item because of Apple's tyrannical marketing policies?

I don't.

Apple makes it, they sell it, retailers (middle men) buy it and sell it to consumers.

Why tamper with something that ain't broke? I want to buy things at better prices. That is what capitalism is about.

[Bubba Ho-Tep]

I want to buy things at better prices. That is what capitalism is about.

And Apple is selling iPads as fast as they can make them, at full price. Capitalism is about that, too.

[itsahoot]

That is what capitalism is about.

Your understanding of Capitalism is underwhelming. Cheaper prices will come when true competing products are offered, not until.