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cnocbui said:

Most of the world appears to believe in anthropogenic global warming.  The issue with regard to efficiency won't be so much what it costs the consumer but how those inefficiencies add up over hundreds of millions of devices globally and how that is viewed by chicken littles.  As I said, Greenpeace won't be happy.  George Moonbat will discern fodder for a few more articles to pay for his next flight.

Samsung's approach - plug it in - 100% efficiency - 30min to full charge - done.

What is this besides trolling?  Samsung has had inductive charging for a while now.  That's already less efficient than wired.

Most of the world believed it was flat at one point.  Most of the forum believes you're a troll.  That doesn't make it true though, right?  Or does it?

Mr_Grey said:

The most advanced wireless power technology in the world, even in the theoretical laboratory stage, has an effective distance of three feet.  It also has problems with reliability and charging time at that distance and works a lot better (duh) the closer you get.  It wouldn't surprise me if Apple could duplicate at least 80% of this success rate with shipping technology but to what end?  

As is always said when the subject of wireless charging comes up, it isn't really wireless charging, it's only wireless charging for the last few millimetres.  You still need a "charging station" or "charging pad" or cradle to put your device on to.  What difference could it possibly make to the user, to be able to put your iPad down *beside* the charger instead of right on top of it?  

The charger/cradle still has to be on your desk.  You still have to have a spot on your desk for it thats as big as the iPad that sits on it.  You could conceivably put the iPad down on the *other* side of your desk and it would (might) still work, but how big is your desk?  And why would you bother doing that when you have a charger/cradle thingie just a foot or so away? 

Your objections stem from knowledge of existing, publicized texhnologies.  What makes you so sure that this is not something completely new?  Why couldn't this be one of the super secret projects Apple has been working on?

You're entire post reeks of narrow-minded negativity.

The article states several things which you ignore completely - such as "Apple is working on a new technology" which you interpret as "Apple is trying to implement an existing technology".  The "working on" implies that Apple is developing the technology itself - so that anything you know about existing technologies may not apply.  You also go on about how the device has to be very close - almost touching - a cradle or charging pad - yet the article clearly states that this is a solution for "long range" charging and further speculates that the distance could be up 1000mm (1metre) - not the "last few" which you call out as a negative.

"It's only wireless charging for the last few millimeters".  Wow.  Thank you for that insight.  Do you mean to tell us that the air in between the charging unit and the phone is not being charged?  Are you telling us that it is only the actual battery that is charged wirelessly?  I've never heard such a completely obvious statement presented as if it were a brand new insight that only you could figure out.  Gee - next you'll be telling us that our wireless phone calls are ONLY wireless phone calls when they arrive at our phone!  And our wireless networks are only wireless networks once the signals arrive at our network adapter!!!  Such insights!  These are truly game changing insights and I'm so glad we have you here to explain such important concepts to us! /s (heaviest imaginable sarcasm)

This entire post reeks of trolling - or of unwarranted smug arrogance.

radster360 said:

I would really love to work for Apple, I have extensive experience and have applied many time, but not successful. I do feel there is a diversity issue at Apple, every time I had phone screen with them I am dealing with people who do not want a diversity.

Are you basing your diversity comment on anything other than the fact that you weren't hired?

Mr_Grey said:

The most advanced wireless power technology in the world, even in the theoretical laboratory stage, has an effective distance of three feet.  It also has problems with reliability and charging time at that distance and works a lot better (duh) the closer you get.  It wouldn't surprise me if Apple could duplicate at least 80% of this success rate with shipping technology but to what end?  

As is always said when the subject of wireless charging comes up, it isn't really wireless charging, it's only wireless charging for the last few millimetres.  You still need a "charging station" or "charging pad" or cradle to put your device on to.  What difference could it possibly make to the user, to be able to put your iPad down *beside* the charger instead of right on top of it?  

The charger/cradle still has to be on your desk.  You still have to have a spot on your desk for it thats as big as the iPad that sits on it.  You could conceivably put the iPad down on the *other* side of your desk and it would (might) still work, but how big is your desk?  And why would you bother doing that when you have a charger/cradle thingie just a foot or so away? 

How about a little more imagination?  The system I envision would be attached to the headboard of my bed.  I would have my iPhone and iPad on my night table and I would be wearing my Apple Watch.  A 3 foot charging field could easily encompass all of those devices.  That would the ultimate in convenience for me since I wouldn't have to change my usage patterns at all and my devices would be automatically topped up every night! 

A a second location that might be useful is inside your automobile.  Especially on family trips where everyone is using their personal devices simultaneously.  I'm sure the power would still be consumed faster than it charges, but such a setup could easily turn 6 hours of battery life into 7 or 8 - and for multiple people simultaneously!

Buses?  Trains?  Airplanes?  Restaurants?  Airport lounges?  Anywhere that people are stationary for long periods of time would be candidates for such a charging station.

I would hope that they would do some sort of study on the effects this field of energy would have on the human body with extended exposure - although I suspect it will be fine since we are already bombarded daily with almost every type of radiation imaginable.

As a consultant I've had opportunities to spend time at dozens of companies from pretty much every devote for consulting gigs lasting from 6 weeks to 2 years.  I always worked with the IT department but very few of my engagements have been with IT companies.

Some companies do offer a free lunch and if you're working overtime - a free dinner too.  I was surprised to find there was good quality, healthy choices available for free.  Other companies run a subsidized cafeteria where the food is not free but it's a lot cheaper than going out for fast food.  A company I worked for in Italy actually had wine available for free in the cafeteria and there were no restrictions against having a glass with your meal!

My point is that, as a consultant,  I've had the opportunity to observe the corporate cultures at more companies than most people would have and there are vast differences in the ways that employees are treated, compensated and rewarded - but one thing is constant - and that is that top talent - those employees that work hard and go the extra mile regularly - without complaints are treated well.  Of course you'll always run into the off problem where there are personal issues between a manager and employee - but I've found those to rarely involve "good" employees.  Feedback such as is reported in this ariticle would never come from one of the "good" employees.  Something like this is the type of complaints I hear from the lazy, incompetent or jaded employees.  The type that watch the clock and won't do anything "extra" unless they are paid for it.   The type that file HR grievances over the smallest technicality - and sadly these people exist in all companies.  I'm certain that the information in this article comes form one or more of that type of employee and I really wish they had included contrasting views of a few employees who are hard-working and happy with their jobs.  It's hard to take such a one-sided article seriously.  I'm sure that some of what it reported is true - but I'm equally sure that some of it has been exaggerated.  For example - I haven't seen very many managers that walk around the office yelling at people - and the few times I've witnessed something  similar - it was a raised voice - but far from yelling - and very much deserved.  

An employee had brought their 5 year old into the "operations room" and at 4:30pm on the Friday of a long weekend, that 5 year old climbed up on a box and hit the big red button that initiates the fire extinguishing system.  45 servers went offline and were covered in Halon and othe chemicals!  Visitors to Ope were not allowed under any circumstance - and this employee got yelled at - but unbelievably not fired - and I heard that 2 years later - almost to the day - the same employee was responsible for a repeat performance (and did get fired that time)

Wow.  What a tangent.  Sorry to bore you all.  My point is simple.  If you are a hard worker and good at your job - you will rarely (if ever) have your manager or VP yell at you for no reason - or otherwise be treated badly at work.

Edit:  just re-read the article and noticed the first 4 words are "A one sided report".  I guess I shouldn't have been surprised.  Please ignore this entire post and accept my apologies for wasting your time by writing a lot without really saying anything new.