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It's interesting that the older ones DID have the vented / slotted strain relief sheath. I wonder how much more expensive that is to manufacture vs a stylistic
by adamesque 15y ago
It's interesting that the older ones DID have the vented / slotted strain relief sheath.
I wonder how much more expensive that is to manufacture vs a stylistically cleaner, simpler solid sheath.
- jevinskie 15y agoInjection molded plastic? I'm guessing the cost difference is negligible or non-existent.
- ecopoesis 15y agoAnd despite the article author's claim, the old style connectors also frayed, usually right at the strain relief. In my experience, while the magsafe style strain relief isn't perfect (it's showing a little wear after two years), it's lightyears ahead of the old barrel connector which required replacing every 9 months.