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Originally Posted by chucker
So it's possible that, should Apple find ways to cram more into the limited space, they'll re-add another port. But I find it more likely such a port would be FireWire, simply because there is already a workaround for Ethernet, whereas none exists for FireWire at all.
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Despite the fact that the motherboard would need another controller chip (space constraints) for Firewire, that would turn the "Air" more "Pro" than it is today.
Just a FW800 port would suffice since there are many FW800/400 adapters available.
I'm all for it.
Also, if redesigned as a Firewire device, the external Superdrive could better be powered by Firewire and have another port to chain other devices. And free the unique USB port.
From the developer's notes:
MacBook Pro: Both of the FireWire connectors provide unregulated 9 to 12.6 V at 0.9 A maximum (fused). Developers should design to < 7 W maximum sustainable power.
MacBook Air: The external USB port supports 500 mA at 5 V for 2.5 W.