The only “stat” I have is that there are over 2 billion chargers, per Apple’s Lisa Jackson:
I've always seen advice to not use non-approved chargers with Apple products. Strange that that advice is now gone, only when Apple stops providing the chargers in the box. I even see an article from just four months ago saying the same.
When I private sale my iPhones I always give all the accessories, I keep nothing as I would not want the new owner to not enjoy their second hand device the moment their get home. The only time I have extra chargers was when I traded into Apple due to a high value trade-in promo their ran. Apple would not even accept the unused EarPods, would not accept the Lightening cable or 5W power adapter, not even to recycle it.
this is true....so very true.
There are always trade offs. The use of glues can be a cost effective way to make water resistant electronic devices. Apparently, Apple believes that having a water resistant phone is a feature that consumers want. Removal of mechanical buttons and ports also helps in this area.
OK: Apple cares about the environment. They saw 2 billion apple chargers in the world and decided to stop generating more waste.
Those stats are not entirely accurate, / billion chargers shipped with iPhones; yes. But is Apple’s Lisa Jackson going into each of those previous iPhone users home to see if those chargers are working, recycled, sold, forgotten, lost, thrown in the landfill, repurposed, given away, etc.
Yet the last time I tried to give them my Lightening cable and 5W charger their were not interested in recycling it.
Are your purporting what mine and others needs are? That like me saying do we really need luxury sports cars or any luxury cars as it’s causing emissions and environmental damage.
Um… nobody said anything about that. I said people like free stuff.
priceonomics.com
So your one experience at an Apple store trumps their universal decision to cut down on waste. Hmm….
It’s because it’s expected to be included. It’s part of being a complete package.
Those accessories are not free as many presume, you pay for it as it’s included in the price.Um… nobody said anything about that. I said people like free stuff.
People Really Like Free Stuff. Like A Lot. - Priceonomics
From free chocolate to free tattooes, why we love paying nothing.
It’s proven above, for those who never seemed to notice it during their time on planet earth yet.
I was reporting on my personal experience that though Apple is claiming one thing it does not do so in my personal experience.
its an accessory , you should never expect those when buying used.
You’re going in circles. You are the one that suggested they offer the option to have chargers sent to people for free. I pointed out that wouldn’t reduce waste at all because people would want the free charger... because people like free stuff. I’m not getting into the argument of whether you think the price of an iPhone should include a charger or not. Apple says it’s for environmental reasons, so if you take them at their word, offering a free charger to be mailed to people would do the opposite of their stated goal.
Was it included when one originally purchased the device? I usually list what is and is not included that way there is no surprises. If something is not included such as a power adapter the buyer either will negotiate a lower price or walk away.
I thought those who had power adapters will not request for a free charger. So the paying customer does not care for the environment but Apple does, where is the choice without a financial penalty. Let the stats of choice speak for itself.
Actually, they are central to the case. This isn’t a law per se, it was a requirement placed on Apple by a Sau Paolo regulatory agency. Apple was given a chance to respond, and they did respond by saying they did it for environmental reasons. Now the agency has decided that is not an acceptable reason, and is fining Apple $2 million. I believe Apple can appeal to the agency now, and then could go to court if they lose that…
