"2"
USB-C is going to be the future universal connection. Adoption of new tech is always expensive. Eventually it will probably be cheap dongles and cables.
Response Q1: You always have to future proof, its unavoidable
Response Q2: Always set a rainy day fund
Response Q1: You always have to future proof, its unavoidable
Response Q2: Always set a rainy day fund
Man, you would have hated the 90s when apple eliminated serial, parallel, and scsi. USB was a niche connector before that and so associated with that one move, many early USB devices are translucent blue
If Apple is still giving at least 1 USB or maybe microSD reader...I believe most people will be content.
Stop being reasonable, we're trying to hate here!!!1!
But on a serious note, I remember that in the past, there were possibilities to mod your laptop. And I wonder if anyone will have the guts to build a tiny microSD slot into a 2016/2017 15" MBP. It would be very cool, and going by the iFixit pictures of the internals, there might be juuuust enough space for such an endeavor.
Only a few. I am not going to purchase a 1000$ 4K monitor when I don't need it. I have my Dell, and like the vast majority of external displays, it connects via HDMI and DisplayPort. I would plug my MacBook Pro with a Display Port to USB-C cable, but again, there are not enough holes...Don't the monitors that connect with USB-C include a hub for additional accessories?
Apple has removed the traditional USB ports on the MacBook Pro, and the MagSafe charging port, and replaced them all with USB-C/Thunderbolt ports. Does that mean everyone who orders a MBP must buy a usb c adapter?
If you hate the C port, comment "1";
If you like the C port, comment "2".
Just curious about how you guys think of it.
Will casually pick up 2 comments and send you guys my spare MBP cases, stand and other little gadget.
"2"
I love the different uses of USB C. I like that you can power the laptop on either side.
I am holding out for the Belkin USB C hub. That will let me get network, display, and a USB 3 hub all in one single plug. Extremely convenient.
Until USB C gains more traction I am perfectly fine carrying around a few converters and a few USB C to USB 3 flash drives.
I love USB-C and am generally happy with the configuration. That said, would it have been that big of a burden to throw a couple of small USB-C to USB-A adapters into the box of a $3,000 laptop?
Stop being reasonable, we're trying to hate here!!!1!
But on a serious note, I remember that in the past, there were possibilities to mod your laptop. And I wonder if anyone will have the guts to build a tiny microSD slot into a 2016/2017 15" MBP. It would be very cool, and going by the iFixit pictures of the internals, there might be juuuust enough space for such an endeavor.
For those of you using Apple in a business setting. How much do you guys prioritise future proofing/reinvestment into your business model/plan?
Also are you guys planning your business finances around unexpected/emergency costs.