The Apple Store Experience: A Psychological Deep Dive

Moshood Lawal
4 min readOct 3, 2023
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Have you ever wondered why, every time you walk into an Apple store, you’re drawn in and find it hard to leave without an iPhone in your hand? The answer lies in the hidden psychological techniques Apple employs to ensure you have an unforgettable experience. In this blog post, we’ll take you on a journey through the Apple store’s carefully orchestrated strategies, designed to make you feel like a valued customer and encourage you to make a purchase.

1. The Art of Display

Pay close attention to the angle of the laptops on display; you’ll notice that they are all set at a peculiar 76 degrees. This deliberate choice compels you to adjust the screen to a more comfortable viewing angle, prompting interaction with the product. By encouraging you to touch their devices, Apple triggers the endowment effect — a psychological phenomenon where you’re more likely to keep something if you feel like you already own it.

2. Hands-Off Employees

Apple employees are instructed to avoid touching the products you’re testing. While they may occasionally need to intervene, they usually stand by or gesture towards the devices. This hands-off approach reinforces your sense of ownership and control over the product you’re considering.

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