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Why not both? It’s not like there’s a limit to the number of ports a computer can have.
by tambourine_man 3y ago
Why not both? It’s not like there’s a limit to the number of ports a computer can have.
- lxgr 3y agoEvery port increases the wiring complexity on and size of the mainboard, as well as the bill of materials. It's probably minuscule for something like 3.5mm audio (even though analog noise on the board might be a concern), and the computer already needs a DAC/ADC for its built-in speakers and microphone, but when in doubt, I'd rather take a port that I can convert to another using a cheap adapter than a fixed-purpose one I never use.
- tambourine_man 3y agoApple's laptops are decently priced. I’m sure they can afford a 3.5mm jack. My guess is they’ll ditch it if/when they make a water proof laptop. No ports at all, induction charging only. Johny Ives's dream after retirement.