“slimmer and take up less space”

3 years ago by Martineski to c/righttorepair

PrimaCora 6 points 3 years ago

Outside of replacing it when it's dying, is love to have phone batteries in an external charger. Forgot to charge overnight? No problem, swap a fresh one in. Going on a long vacation and lacking a portable charging brick? Bring some spares. Friend's phone dying and your battery is compatible? Loan it to them.

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Martineski 3 points 3 years ago

Oh yeah, this is a great feature that I totally forgot about, I miss the past. :(

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crashex 3 points 3 years ago

Nooooo you must buy zillion separate device from company. Don't forget a few adapters because obviously nothing is ever compatible. And every few years: let's invent a 'new' thing and have everyone upgrade their devices!

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cooljimy84 5 points 3 years ago

Wait.... if its larger cause of the battery, does that mean there is enough space for the headphone jack ?

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circuitfarmer 4 points 3 years ago

Even if there were truth to this, I'd happily buy a larger device to have the user replaceable battery. Of course, none of the big players offer that -- because it's really about cost cutting.

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Martineski 4 points 3 years ago

Rather than cost cutting it's more about making you buy a whole new device when battery gets worse so they can get more money from you.

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moonshrimp 2 points 3 years ago

I guess there are a few cents to save in a couple of screws and a seal. But yeah that's hardly the point.

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moonshrimp 1 point 3 years ago

Inb4 Audi placing timing chains at the back of their motors while fitting them with brittle plastic guides.

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