MEPs decided to introduce a single standard for connectors for charging mobile devices. This is written on the organization’s website.

there is a law

• According to the source, the decision was almost unanimous – 43 deputies supported the initiative, and only two of them were against it.
• Electronics manufacturers who want to sell their devices in Europe will now need to use USB Type-C instead of charging port options.
• According to the European Commission, such The step will help reduce e-waste as equipment owners won’t have to purchase a new charging cable for every device.
• The new rule applies to smartphones, tablets, cameras, e-books, headsets, portable speakers and consoles.
• Later laptops were suggested to be added to this list, but this is currently under discussion.
• An exception will be made only for devices that do not physically include USB-C – for example, some “smart” watches and fitness bracelets.

Also, lawmakers want to oblige sellers. Adhere to the minimum compliance of wireless charging standards. They fear that manufacturers will be cunning and limit customers to just their own chargers with various technical or software solutions.

apple lost

As you know, Apple uses the iPhone’s own Lightning connector, which was first introduced on the iPhone 5. long. itself Apple believes new EU rules limit innovation, and has repeatedly made statements on this subject, trying to persuade his lawmakers, but it seems that he will have to obey. Very soon we will see an iPhone with a USB-C port or no connector at all.