What's the deal with these new non-detachable chargers?

[mrdoubleb]

I've noticed in newer reviews and customer posts, that some(?) new Lumias in some(?) regions come with a new type of charger, that does not have a detachable USB cable.

First of all: what the hell?! This is simply stupid. All smartphones are bound to be connected to a computer when transferring photos or songs and it's so handy to have the cable around by just unplugging from the charger. The AC-60 charger is such a great addition to the Lumia line. Why go back and force users to buy another cable and carry it around? I don't get it. To save 50 cents? Is this new charger even cheaper?

Second: this seems to be pretty random. I have seen some 530 and 730 reviews mention it but not 735. Is this region or phone class dependent?
Whatever it is, it's a pretty stupid trend. :eck:

Good old AC-60


The new charger

 

[xandros9]

You got a point.

My sister's 521 had a non-detachable charger, but came with a dinky USB cable too.

But remember, on a large scale, even a few cents saved per unit adds up fast.

 

[mathsisbest]

You got a point.

My sister's 521 had a non-detachable charger, but came with a dinky USB cable too.

But remember, on a large scale, even a few cents saved per unit adds up fast.

By your logic, the new charger production on a large scale will cost even more: not only is it non-detachable but they are also producing a usb cable too.

 

[iamtim]

By your logic, the new charger production on a large scale will cost even more: not only is it non-detachable but they are also producing a usb cable too.

Not if they can source the USB cables through some manufacturer cheaper than they could make them...

 

[eusty]

I've had both, the 630 came with a detectable cable but the 930 didn't, but it's a really long cable which is nice.

The argument about having a detachable one handy to transfer files is a poor one IMHO. I always use WiFi to move things to and from the phone and it's not like it's a specialist cable, most homes must have dozens of them lying about.

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[iamtim]

Actually, I think I prefer the non-detachable charger and the small USB cable. The small cable worked GREAT in my car, put the phone right where I wanted it without having some spaghetti mess all over my passenger seat.

 

[Ixia]

It's not new. My N8 had a non-detachable charger, though it also came with a quality data cable. I think the only Nokia I've had which had a detachable charger is the 1020, daughter's 520 & 530 both came with a non detachable.

 

[mrdoubleb]

Hmm. Interesting responses. I've had a 800 now have a 930. One friend has a 620 another has a 520. All came with the detachable USB cable. Makes me wonder if this is more regional, than anything.

Regarding USB vs WiFi, USB is still quicker, especially for larger files. I also like how i can pack the cable separate without the fear of wearing it out where it attaches to the charger. May be just my preference, though.