In my post about the new iPhone 5, I grumbled about the new power/sync connector, which doesn’t fit any of the millions of existing cords, docks, speakers and accessories. Unless, that is, you buy an insanely overpriced $30 plug adapter or a $40 cable adapter from Apple.
Thursday’s e-mail brought this softly snarky note from a reader:
Dear David — I feel so sad for you. How can I send you a check for $30 to help you out?
My softly snarky reply:
Well, let’s see. I have a charger in my car that will require the $40 adapter. The alarm clock next to my bed, where I charge the phone each night, will require the $30 adapter. I also have a charging cable in the kitchen ($30) and at my desk ($30), and I keep an emergency spare in my laptop bag ($30).
I’ll look forward to your check for $160!