Although we have all already assumed that iPhones have not come with a charger for years, and only have a basic cable, this is something that has not yet been extended to other products, such as MacBooks, a type of device that, logically, needs a charger to be used.
Well, according to Apple's website, in many European countries, due to EU regulations, and seeking zero pollution, The box of the new MacBook Pro M5 will not come with a chargerso if you have already ordered your computer, keep this in mind before it arrives.
The M5 MacBook Pro will not come with a charger
Apple has announced that the new 14-inch MacBook Pro will not have a charger included in several European countries, a decision that in theory seeks to reduce waste and packaging, but in practice leaves many users with the feeling of receiving an incomplete product. in the box only USB-C to MagSafe 3 cable includedwhich allows you to take advantage of old chargers if they are compatible, although those who do not have them will have to purchase the 70 W power adapter separately, which are not particularly economical, since, in addition, if we use a lower power one, we will see how the equipment takes hours to charge, something that could leave us with a bad feeling, especially with a new product.
Apple says it made this decision with the environment in mind and to get ahead of new European standards that seek to reduce unnecessary accessories. In theory, the idea is good: let each user decide if they really need a new charger or can use one they already have. But many don't see it that way. They affirm that, more than an ecological measure, it seems a way to save costsespecially since in other places, such as the United States, the charger is still included. Furthermore, this could be left to the user's choice, since the price, compared to other years, has not been reduced by 80 euros, as would have to happen if we are talking about something fair.
It is true that Apple lowered the price of the MacBook Pro a little in some European countries, but the reduction does not cover what it costs to buy the adapter separately, which is around 79 euros. This has made many people wonder if there really is an environmental benefit or if the expense is simply passed on to the buyer. In the end, it's not just about a charger, but about consistency between what Apple says and what it does. For those who already have several chargers, it may not be a big problem, but for others it is an extra expense and inconvenience, especially if we are looking for something that charges quickly, since not just any cheap adapter will do.
In short, this decision has put the debate back on the table about how “green” policies can take care of the planet without neglecting the user experience or making those who buy an expensive product feel like they are getting less for their money. In the end we will end up receiving the product even without a box. And what do you think of all this?
