The VHS was a technology ageing really badly even during its time mostly because there were new technology that were undeniably better hence why they caught on fast (CDs). There is no technology "undeniably better" that would require the 3.5mm to go. The 3.5 works amazingly and the new stuff just brings problems (can't charge and listen? Expensive cables? Killing years and years of headphones? What real advantages?) no, you'd tell me Micro USB slowly being replaced by USB C then yes, the advantages and the advancement in technology is justified. Apple is literally just selling expensive Bluetooth and adapters for 3.5mm, that's ironic. But hey, I do see where you're coming from and I 100% respect your opinion like you would mine, bud