Apple has been notoriously crappy with cords. On my old 2012 macbook I went through 5 magsafes that just ablated themselves at the end to the point I'd get an electric shock or it would stop working entirely. Meanwhile the cables on my 30 year old game consoles are still fine while probably seeing more abuse. I'm really curious how this new magsafe cable is going to hold up. It is braided which seems promising, but no strain relief on the cable ends. At least you don't have to throw away the brick anymore when the cable goes.