Where are the Apple Knockoffs?
September 26th, 2007 Posted in Aside
The power supply on my MacBook crapped out, which seems to be a common issue judging by some of the forums I visited. When I went looking for a replacement, one thing that struck me is how Apple has tight control over the peripheral market. The only power supply available was a $99 unit from Apple. Isn’t there some large factory in China pumping out knockoffs for $20. At that price, I’d buy a power supply for home and one for work.
September 26th, 2007 at 10:49 am
Amen, it’s the usual Apple tax. Replacement parts are absurdly priced. Bring on the cheap third-party bits.
September 27th, 2007 at 10:18 am
There must be stores in Toronto’s College/Spadina area quietly selling Apple knockoffs.