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I'm really happy about USB-C. Since I got a new Macbook I only carry a single power adapter when traveling, plus an adapter dongle for legacy devices (Headphone

by andor 9y ago

I'm really happy about USB-C. Since I got a new Macbook I only carry a single power adapter when traveling, plus an adapter dongle for legacy devices (Headphones, Kindle, Shaver, ...). Same for use in the office: a single cable connects you to power, an external display, Ethernet, etc. It's true that most external devices are still USB-A, but that's not Dell's or Apple's problem. It's a chicken-and-egg situation and somebody needs to start. USB-C is the superior connector: longer lasting, reversible, works for charging, alternate modes, etc.

BugsJustFindMe 9y ago
> USB-C is the superior connector: longer lasting, reversible, works for charging, alternate modes, etc. ...2.4GHz radio interference leading to wifi dropout on many devices when USBC peripherals are plugged in... Ok, it's not the connector's fault, but still. USB 3 has not been a problem-free advancement.
- bluedino 9y ago
  >> 2.4GHz radio interference leading to wifi dropout on many devices 2013+ Macbook Pros had that problem simply using external monitors in some cases
dsego 9y ago
My macbook's usb-c charger constantly loses connection, a slight tug and it falls out.
- ahakki 9y ago
  Return it. Apple replaces faulty devices liberally.
  - dsego 9y ago
    It's wear and tear, not a defect.
- dingo_bat 9y ago
  Magsafe is such a great connector. Incredibly stupid to get rid of it.
  - endemic 9y ago
    I agree. However, I do think it's funny that the one time Apple switches to an interoperable standard, people complain about it.
Tepix 9y ago
One of the best things about the Dell XPS 9350 is that it has both USB C and USB A connectors. I still need to carry some dongles to get HDMI and LAN ports... but i don't need those all the time.
- dingo_bat 9y ago
  Yes, I don't see why you can't include a couple of legacy USB ports.
dingo_bat 9y ago
> I'm really happy about USB-C. Since I got a new Macbook I only carry a single power adapter when traveling, plus an adapter dongle for legacy devices I only carry a power adaptor when traveling. No dongle at all. > Same for use in the office I have a dock on my desk. I place my laptop on it and press a button. No dongles, no wires, instantly transforms my laptop into a desktop with two screens, Ethernet, keyboard and mouse. > USB-C is the superior connector Agreed. But keeping one or two legacy ports around for convenience is good. Specially when all common peripherals still use it.

by andor 9y ago

BugsJustFindMe 9y ago

> USB-C is the superior connector: longer lasting, reversible, works for charging, alternate modes, etc. ...2.4GHz radio interference leading to wifi dropout on many devices when USBC peripherals are plugged in... Ok, it's not the connector's fault, but still. USB 3 has not been a problem-free advancement.

bluedino 9y ago
>> 2.4GHz radio interference leading to wifi dropout on many devices 2013+ Macbook Pros had that problem simply using external monitors in some cases

dsego 9y ago

My macbook's usb-c charger constantly loses connection, a slight tug and it falls out.

ahakki 9y ago
Return it. Apple replaces faulty devices liberally.
- dsego 9y ago
  It's wear and tear, not a defect.
dingo_bat 9y ago
Magsafe is such a great connector. Incredibly stupid to get rid of it.
- endemic 9y ago
  I agree. However, I do think it's funny that the one time Apple switches to an interoperable standard, people complain about it.

Tepix 9y ago

One of the best things about the Dell XPS 9350 is that it has both USB C and USB A connectors. I still need to carry some dongles to get HDMI and LAN ports... but i don't need those all the time.

dingo_bat 9y ago
Yes, I don't see why you can't include a couple of legacy USB ports.

dingo_bat 9y ago

> I'm really happy about USB-C. Since I got a new Macbook I only carry a single power adapter when traveling, plus an adapter dongle for legacy devices I only carry a power adaptor when traveling. No dongle at all. > Same for use in the office I have a dock on my desk. I place my laptop on it and press a button. No dongles, no wires, instantly transforms my laptop into a desktop with two screens, Ethernet, keyboard and mouse. > USB-C is the superior connector Agreed. But keeping one or two legacy ports around for convenience is good. Specially when all common peripherals still use it.