EU prepares to make USB-C compulsory for Apple iPhones and other gadgets

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EU plans to make USB-C mandatory for Apple iPhones and other devices

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The European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union, on Thursday advanced a brand-new law that would require smartphone makers and other electronic devices makers to equip their gadgets with a basic USB-C charging port.

The proposed legislation is created to cut waste and make life simpler for customers who would in theory have the ability to utilize one battery charger for several gadgets.

It might have a big influence on Apple, as the business still utilizes its own Lightning adapter to charge iPhones. The business has actually just recently geared up some iPads and MacBooks with USB-C ports.

A representative for Apple stated in action that the company represents “innovation and deeply cares about the customer experience.”

“We share the European Commission’s commitment to protecting the environment and are already carbon neutral for all of our corporate emissions worldwide,” they stated.

“We remain concerned that strict regulation mandating just one type of connector stifles innovation rather than encouraging it, which in turn will harm consumers in Europe and around the world. We look forward to continued engagement with stakeholders to help find a solution that protects consumer interest, as well as the industry’s ability to innovate and bring exciting new technology to users.”

Rivals like Samsung and Huawei have actually geared up a few of their newest phones with USB-C ports, while much of their older handsets have micro-USB ports.

Under the legislation, USB-C would likewise end up being the basic port for all smart devices, tablets, video cameras, earphones, portable speakers and portable computer game consoles.

The commission stated it likewise desires tech companies to stop bundling battery chargers with their gadgets.

European Commission Executive Vice President Margrethe Vestager stated in a declaration: “European consumers were frustrated long enough about incompatible chargers piling up in their drawers.”

She included: “We gave industry plenty of time to come up with their own solutions, now time is ripe for legislative action for a common charger. This is an important win for our consumers and environment and in line with our green and digital ambitions.”

EU Commissioner Thierry Breton kept in mind that, “with more and more devices, more and more chargers are sold that are not interchangeable or not necessary. We are putting an end to that.”

The proposition belongs to a modified Radio Equipment Directive that will require to pass a vote in the European Parliament prior to it ends up being law.

If the proposition does end up being law, gadget makers will have 2 years to adhere to the brand-new legislation.

In 2020, the European Parliament enacted favor of brand-new guidelines on a typical battery charger, recommending the current proposition might have broad assistance.