This Account Has Not Been Used In The Itunes Store

Oh, that message! You know the one. "This Account Has Not Been Used In The iTunes Store." It's like a digital slap in the face.

It's more irritating than finding out someone ate your last cookie. Even worse than a surprise software update that takes an hour.

The iTunes Ghost Town

Seriously, what's the big deal? So, I haven't bought a digital single since 2012. Is that a crime?

Apparently, my digital wallet has been deemed unworthy. I'm apparently not contributing enough to the Apple empire. I guess I'm a digital peasant.

I have an unpopular opinion: Maybe, just maybe, that shouldn't matter. Judge me by my apps, not my musical taste (or lack thereof)!

The App vs. Music Divide

I download apps all the time! Free games, productivity tools, even that weird star-gazing app I used once. Does that not count for anything?

Is the iTunes Store secretly judging my musical preferences? Are they saying, "Oh, you only listen to podcasts? You're not one of us!"

I'm pretty sure the App Store and the iTunes Store are, like, right next to each other. Can't they just share the love?

The Activation Ritual

Then comes the whole "activation" process. It’s like joining a secret society, but less cool.

You have to tap, swipe, and probably sell your soul to the tech gods. All just to download a free app. Seriously?!

And the worst part? You have to enter your password. Every. Single. Time. It's 2024! Can't we use Face ID for everything by now?

The Password Predicament

Speaking of passwords, who even remembers their Apple ID password? I’m pretty sure mine is a combination of my childhood pet’s name and a random number I saw on a bus.

Inevitably, you'll fail the password test at least twice. Then you'll get locked out. And have to start the entire process over again. Fun times!

It's more exhausting than actually going to the gym. And arguably, less rewarding.

My Unpopular Opinion: Simplify!

I'm not saying Apple is the enemy. I love my iPhone (most of the time). But this whole "inactive account" thing feels unnecessary.

Can't we just assume that if I'm logged in and downloading things, I'm a valid user? Is that too much to ask?

Perhaps, the Apple Gods are listening. Or maybe they're too busy counting their piles of money. One can only hope for a simpler tomorrow.

A Plea to Apple

So, Apple, if you’re reading this (doubtful, but one can dream), please hear my plea. Let’s ditch the activation ritual.

Let’s treat all downloads, music or otherwise, as signs of life. Let's just make life a little easier.

And for the love of all that is holy, let me use Face ID for everything! Please?