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What does it even mean for Apple to license this connector? Do they have a patent on it? It's just a fucking plug. Or are they just refusing to let these folks
by monochromatic 14y ago
What does it even mean for Apple to license this connector? Do they have a patent on it? It's just a fucking plug. Or are they just refusing to let these folks use some trademark to mark their product?
- veemjeem 14y agoI think most of the lightning cables actually have a chip inside, like thunderbolt. It may look like a simple cable, but there's some electronic stuff inside.
- josteink 14y agoWhat does it even mean for Apple to license this connector? Apple built DRM into it. You cannot work with it without Apple giving you the keys first. Yes. Apple managed to sell the iFanboys a proprietary, DRMed USB-connector and make them believe they were getting something better than everyone else. If that make Apple geniuses or Apple's customers retardec is your call.