USB vs probe charging

[murphcid]

I recently obtained a last years model HP Spectre x360 which is my new Linux Mint machine. It has USB-C charging, which I find curiously satisfying compared to the standard "probe" sort of charging. I like that the USB-C port is multi-function, and can be used to connect a usb-c device. What is the general opinion of USB-C vs "probe" charging? As much as I dog Apple for their arrogance, and overall attitude, I really appreciate their (now abandoned) Magsafe charger as well I wish more laptop manufacturers had adopted that charging manner as well.

 

[pkcable]

You can sorta get the magsafe experience with adapters you can find on Amazon or Ebay. Search magsafe replacement. Basically they provide 2 pieces, a USB C adapter piece that plugs in to the USB C slot and has a mag end on the other side, the other piece plugs in to your USB C cable. THEN when in use if you trip in to the cord it unplugs!