this post was submitted on 15 Aug 2023
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Technically 20th century, if I'm not mistaken? I just don't see how they would restrict innovation, I guess
Apparently it’s based on a plug invented in 1878, according to the BBC.
Interesting! It's cool to know how stuff we use/used was developed
By that logic let's just replace the most superior household plug. The 3 pin UK plug.