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> Computers now instantly boot up when plugged into the wall, and run until the plug is pulled. So, like my beloved C64 then? I'm all for it.

• bombcar 5y ago
  This one actually almost works, especially since you can shut down via software (and Apple has almost removed the power button anyway).
  • jandrese 5y ago
    We got some new Dell Laptops at work and they are configured to power on when you open the lid. There is a fingerprint sensor that I think is maybe supposed to be a power button, but it doesn't seem to work as a power button. Twice now the laptops have locked up (black screen, keyboard doesn't light up, etc...) and the old trick of holding the power button down for 10 seconds to hard power it off doesn't work. You have to disassemble the thing and unplug the batteries to get it to power off. Then it powers back on when you plug it back in and open the lid.
    • bombcar 5y ago
      At least Apple's fingerprint/powerbutton key works correctly when held down for 10s. I can't believe there's not a way - oh wait, it's Dell of COURSE it'd be a bad copy of an ill-advised Apple feature.
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  • clysm 5y ago
    There's always a non-software (hardware) fallback for powering off. The option to force a power-off using a multi-second hold is done purely in hardware. It must always be there for service and safety.