[kstenerud]

Yes, really. I still have a box full of old transformers kicking around from the bad old days. Now about half of my stuff is USB-C powered, and in another 5 years when I finally ditch the last of my old stuff I won't need a bunch of 5, 9, 12, and 15 volt power connectors (some AC, some DC) with 0.5, 0.8, 1, 1.5, 2, and 3 amp capabilities, in three different barrel connector sizes and two polarities. And of course Apple's connectors and HP and Lenovo's custom laptop connectors.

[orra]

Similarly, finding the right replacement DC adapter for electronics is challenging. I have had to do this a few times, to avoid travel adapters bundled with equipment.

Roll on more USB C dominance.

[hug]

These little boards are ultra handy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIHj3qMRqqE

Rip the barrel plug off of things and replace it with USB-C input, or make your own USB-C 'dongle' to power anything that needs 12v.

[tinus_hn]

Apple doesn’t use ‘Apple connectors’ on the phone chargers, they are universal USB adapters.

[kstenerud]

Really? So you mean I can take my Apple lightning cable, plug one end into a charger and the other end into my Android phone? Or my laptop? Or my TV box?

Because no, you can't. And that's the whole problem.

[Gigachad]

You mentioned the transformers, those brick ends. You can absolutely use those on any usb c device since the cable is not fixed to them.

[zimpenfish]

> So you mean I can take my Apple lightning cable

GP specifically said the chargers had standard USB ports - and they do. Either A (old) or C (new). You're talking about the cable which is a completely different thing (obvs.)

[tinus_hn]

Sorry, do I really have to explain the difference between an adapter and a cable? I think that is the problem.