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It would be nice if phone manufacturers would simply separate the power and data ports into two. Designers probably cringe at that suggestion because it would
by danielhughes 13y ago
It would be nice if phone manufacturers would simply separate the power and data ports into two. Designers probably cringe at that suggestion because it would interrupt the sleek form factor but isn't it the best possible solution to this security risk?
- oftenwrong 13y agoMost consumers don't think about security beyond enabling a lock screen. Average people do not think twice about promiscuously plugging their devices into any ports they find. This attack vector is entirely off their radar. On the other hand, gadget purchasers care deeply about sleekness. Based on reactions I have witnessed, I suspect some people may even be sexually aroused by gadget sleekness. Therefore, at this point there is little incentive for a company to sacrifice their product's sleekness for a security enhancement. Until typical customers start caring I do not see a split-port solution happening.
- chadgeidel 13y agoPersonally, I don't want to carry around a bunch of USB cables and a bunch of power cables. USB provides enough power to charge my phone. I'm glad I can charge with a "standard cable" (as long as I take a few simple precautions).