Seven years later, I bought a new MacBook. For the first time, I don't love it

Re:Seven years later, I bought a new MacBook. For the first ... by xuki on Tuesday June 02, 2020 @07:42AM (#23389962)

I’m not sure if it’s solved. I used to use the UK plug which always has 3 pins, short or long, and I still get that sometimes.

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Re:Seven years later, I bought a new MacBook. For the first ... by Narty on Tuesday June 02, 2020 @07:59AM (#23390066)

Check inside the 3 pin plug adaptor. The bit that slides onto the metal disc is just plastic on some plugs and therefore isn't earthed :/

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Re:Seven years later, I bought a new MacBook. For the first ... by narrowtux on Tuesday June 02, 2020 @07:59AM (#23390065)

Any clue if there's a version for german plugs with ground pins (schutzkontaktstecker) for the duckhead? I like not having an additional cable going from the AC to the outlet, but not having the computer connected to ground means that there are some problems, including static noise on headphones, and this "rubbing" sensation.

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Re:Seven years later, I bought a new MacBook. For the first ... by Symbiote on Tuesday June 02, 2020 @10:10AM (#23391170)

The transformer end is a standard IEC connector (C5 I think, I don't have a Mac). You can use any appropriate cable, e.g. a 30cm one if you can find it.

I doubt there's one that fits on the transformer. The UK socket will only accept a plug with an earth pin as one of the safety features, so there's no opportunity to cut cost here.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IEC_60320#C5/C6_coupler

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Re:Seven years later, I bought a new MacBook. For the first ... by narrowtux on Wednesday June 03, 2020 @02:49AM (#23400657)

Yes, but that doesn't include the ground pin.

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