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Re:How can I avoid my MacBook Pro giving me minor shocks? by x0x0 on Sunday November 13, 2016 @11:45PM (#12947625)
As mentioned below, a reasonable estimate of the cost is $30.

They could also sell replacement user swappable magsafe cords and defang many of the complaints. But then they couldn't effectively charge $90 for a replacement cord.

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Re:How can I avoid my MacBook Pro giving me minor shocks? by hinkley on Monday November 14, 2016 @12:36PM (#12951556)
I have wanted that cord to be replaceable forever. At least it finally is now. Given how many the kids and dog destroy I consider it an improvement.

I have wondered if the degradation of the cord wasn't some sort of safety guarantee rather than planned obsolescence. When the cord wears out you buy a new one instead of using the ancient one from eight years ago.

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