So, like, why doesn't another company attempt to make a

Why would they want to?

It doesn't really add anything of value. It's just another buzzword product.

>>56622039
A 3500mAh Android-app-compatable smartphone with fastcharging capabilities and one of these connectors could be the push to ease and simplicity that can rival Apple

>>56622089
how exactly is a fraying and burning broken wire easier than wireless charging?

>>56622398
Cheaper than developing wireless charging, and less likely to snap like type c, I suppose

I like MagSafe but I'd rather not replace the USB port with a proprietary standard (or an open one that one company uses) especially since Type-C is finally being adopted.

>>56622011
You would need the cooperation of the IEEE or some other standards organisation along with a major manufacturer or 2 to make a push for a new standard like this viable.