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I'm looking forward to when electronics are not "technology" and are just another material used in products. But for that to happen, the electronics have to be

• yincrash 12y ago
  Do you require tech support for your power strip? It has electronics in it.
• nine_k 12y ago
  To be foolproof, the device's function must be very simple, like that of a power strip or an electric kettle. (A microwave is already too complex for that.) I suspect a wireless charger's function is simple enough to become foolproof. Wired chargers are mostly foolproof already.
  • vutekst 12y ago
    Admittedly I am not familiar with all types of wireless charging technology, but I worked on some prototypes of such a little under 10 years ago (powering blenders and 1 kW cooking devices wirelessly through a countertop), and they were hopelessly complex and full of software. Perhaps my experience is now outdated, but it left me with strong doubts about any prospects for foolproof-ness.