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I've heard that Apple engineers helped with the USB-C spec based on their experiences with Lightning. Why did they opt for a connector with a tongue that could

I've heard that Apple engineers helped with the USB-C spec based on their experiences with Lightning. Why did they opt for a connector with a tongue that could break on the device? The Lightning connector seems to be superior because it does not have a piece that could not only break, but is a real PITA to fix.

faceplanted 7y ago
Because those breakages are rare enough in the real world for it to be worth the choice.
charwalker 7y ago
What's your failure rate? I haven't had a USB C cable break like that, not even the cheap ones.