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From: iggyl	9/17/2012 9:04:12 AM
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Some clowns have been bashing Apple for going with a different docking device than micro-USB. Here's a brief description by someone who actual knows what they are talking about: " Rainer Brockerhoff's Solipsism Gradient blog: People keep asking why Apple didn’t opt for the micro-USB connector. The answer is simple: that connector isn’t smart enough. It has only 5 pins: +5V, Ground, 2 digital data pins, and a sense pin, so most of the dock connector functions wouldn’t work – only charging and syncing would. Also, the pins are so small that no current plug/connector manufacturer allows the 2A needed for iPad charging. "Many people have also pointed out another advantage of Lightning – it’s reversible. Micro USB is tiny and easily damaged if you try to force it in the wrong way (I know from personal experience)." Personally I absolutely hate the micro-USB, have had a number break. Two expensive Mophie Juice Packs in the trash because of their stupid micro-USB connectors. Apple made the right choice. Welcome to the next ten years.

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