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Playfair99999 t1_iwxxg3i wrote

Reply to comment by Specific_Main3824 in USB-C will be mandatory for all smart devices sold in India by Sam1515024

But unfortunately for us, the type of configuration that the C type comes with, only became mainstream in the last 5 years. But it's still better than 5 years later or something.

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Specific_Main3824 t1_iwywqp2 wrote

It's the same in Australia, type C only 5 years, still LOTS of people have devices with Micro USB, however it's changing very fast, more people have type C than than Micro USB. When Apple changes, there will be a lot of angry people, but it will be better eventually. At least until something else better comes along.

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Playfair99999 t1_iwyx23s wrote

I think the decision against Apple was rather a necessary one. I mean they charge filthy money for a charger just to make it "exclusive" or something. And the way people act with Apple products, like a herd, they were bound to buy that too. Plus this also prevents cable waste to an extent as well, as now C type can be used for multiple products.

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Specific_Main3824 t1_ix1sbxc wrote

I don't think the cost is filthy IF the quality matched the price, however their cables are really low quality, better than a lot of aftermarket cables, but Apple set the bar really low. I'd pay US$50 for a cable if i knew it would last for near forever. I am so glad it's going USB C (not that USB C is that great. It handles moisture badly, and it can burn out just from high humidity). But at least now everything will at least be the same 😀 Apple's Lightning connector is a little superior in robustness, but it's no longer sufficient for today's tech.

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