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Re:The Zipper Is Getting Its First Major Upgrade in 100 Years by mrits on Sunday October 19, 2025 @12:28PM (#45635500)
They found a worse way to create a worse zipper with a proprietary machine that no one owns . This is the future
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Re:The Zipper Is Getting Its First Major Upgrade in 100 Years by tempestn on Sunday October 19, 2025 @02:07PM (#45636426)
It's not worse; it's different, and better for some applications. Specifically when high flexibility and/or sleek appearance are valued above cost and durability. One example that immediately comes to mind is zip-up pockets in athletic wear.
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