Ask HN: Bluetooth kinda sucks. Why don't we have something better?
Honestly the 3.5mm jack is better technology.<p>- connecting does nothing confusing, just changes default output speaker for most software<p>- pairing multiple devices just needs a splitter then it works the same as pairing one device in terms of ux<p>- can connect multiple headsets to one device<p>- can connect multiple devices to one headset<p>- can purchase replacement 3.5mm cables cheaply at any convenience store around the world<p>- can repair this equipment yourself with soldering or even just a wire stripper and tape<p>- doesn&#x27;t need charging or any external power supply, everything from the connection to even the output speaker in the case of headphones is powered by the device which makes ux easier (just one thing to keep charged)<p>- can use brand new equipment or decades old equipment all the same. my headphones are 10 years old and will last decades longer easily<p>I have no reason to let go of my 3.5mm cables and adopt this inferior system.