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I agree. What happens if companies want to make something better or technology improves? The way the legislation is written, will help consumers in the short-te
by danielfoster 4y ago
I agree. What happens if companies want to make something better or technology improves? The way the legislation is written, will help consumers in the short-term but could stifle innovation in the long-term. Imagine if the EU had mandated DC power ports or CD-ROM drives two decades ago.
It took this long for the EU to pass common standard legislation after talking about it for years. I can't imagine they will be any faster in updating it if USB-C becomes outdated.
- kaba0 4y agoHow fast can charging ports evolve even in theory, given that they have to be somewhat backwards compatible to begin with? I think the law can keep up with all these iterations of lightning cables apple invented during its free reign over their port.
- danielfoster 4y agoCompanies are now disincentived to innovate because there is no guarantee money spent developing a new standard will result in something allowed to be sold. No one can predict new technology. Ideally the law should have an end date or require regular renewal.