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Re: Apple Deprecated All My Stuff

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Post by zeitg3ist » Sun, Nov 13, 2016, 10:04 AM UTC

leejo wrote: post #20

zeitg3ist wrote: post #10

Slightly OT, but what version of the HHKB is that? I've never seen one with that layout (the JIS version has arrow keys but it's quite different...) Edit: also, be aware that the Apple USB-C to TB2 adapter doesn't support DisplayPort! So you'll need a different cable for your monitor - or, better, a dock where to plug everything in.

> Slightly OT, but what version of the HHKB is that? I've never seen one with that layout (the JIS version has arrow keys but it's quite different...) HHKB Lite 2 (Model No: KUH0010). > Edit: also, be aware that the Apple USB-C to TB2 adapter doesn't support DisplayPort! Thanks for the heads up on that.

Oh, it's the Lite model, that explains it! The layout is really cool, a pity it doesn't use Topre switches.

Re: Apple Deprecated All My Stuff

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Post by LKAndrew » Sun, Nov 13, 2016, 7:14 PM UTC

I really don't understand why there is such a complaint about Apple finally moving to an open standard.

I mean this is an age old cycle. People consistently complain about the changes in technology. Without these changes there would be no innovation. No updates. Do people want status quo for the rest of their lives!? What's the deal?

Also if you have the money to spend $2000+ on a new computer, is it not safe to assume that you can afford a couple dongles until the industries move to that standard?

Re: Apple Deprecated All My Stuff

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Post by leejo » Sun, Nov 13, 2016, 7:28 PM UTC

LKAndrew wrote: post #22

I really don't understand why there is such a complaint about Apple finally moving to an open standard. I mean this is an age old cycle. People consistently complain about the changes in technology. Without these changes there would be no innovation. No updates. Do people want status quo for the rest of their lives!? What's the deal? Also if you have the money to spend $2000+ on a new computer, is it not safe to assu…

> What's the deal?

I guess i need to take more pictures, because clearly no one reads the articles. Here's the relevant quote from the final section for you:

"Here’s the thing - USB is a mess, and pretty much has been for at least 10 years. At least Apple have now standardised on one messy connectivity option rather than three (or four, or five)."