The headphone jack removal wasn't comparable to past deprecations, like removing the CD drive from laptops -- which provided a significant new amount of space in the chassis.
An adapter is less convenient to use than having the Headphone jack on the device.
Is it really that farfetched to think they removed the Headphone jack to increase profits? Clearly, I'm arguing for it, but if this absolutely out there, I'd like to be brought back more sensible thought processes.
Not even the included earbuds with an iPhone purchase come with a 3.5mm jack. It's Apple's proprietary port, so you can only use Apple's wired earbuds with Apple products.
But why would you think that removing the headphone jack, and including lightning headphones, including an adapter for two years, and supporting standard BT would entice someone to spend $150 when they go to the Apple Store instead of buying wireless headphones?
I like the ability to charge my phone and listen to music simultaneously, without having to worry about my headphones also dying. Usually this is in a travel scenario.
Their “core constituency” haven’t been Mac buyers in years.