Since the 2016s were released the USB-C cord is separated from the power brick, so if there's any cord fraying you can just replace the cord w/o replacing the brick.

Which also has the added benefit of allowing you to use your own cable that is either more durable to begin with or a different length. I have a 10 ft USB C braided cable that I've been using since day one, which is much more convenient than having a fixed cable attached to the brick.

Too little, too late, IMHO.

So... they have to get everything literally perfect on the first attempt in order for you not to dismiss it?

Do you even own a computer? Is there any company that manages to meet your standards?

It replaced magsafe, which is a superior technology.

Yes, for me, fraying hasn’t been an issue since they switched from MagSafe to USB-C. Considering a 2014 MagSafe nearly started a fire in my house (Apple had nothing to say about that, but did replace the cable), it’s been welcome.

After seeing literally dozens of frayed Apple power cords, I think the real problem was actually the relative softness of the old cable sheathing, not the magsafe part itself. The new USB-C cables are quite noticeably stiffer.

I wish I could upvote this for each cord of mine that's frayed - sadly only one vote. ;)