Cory Doctorow on Nostr: Think of the EU's requirement for USB-C charger tips on all devices. There's a lot of ...
Think of the EU's requirement for USB-C charger tips on all devices. There's a lot of reasons that manufacturers prefer different charger tips for different gadgets. Some of those reasons are bad (gouging you on replacement chargers), but some are good (unique form-factor, specific smart-charging needs).
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