Barely a week after the European Union finally approved its regulation in favor of a single charger, three senators from the United States began their journey with signs that USB-C is becoming the standard used by the whole industry.

That said, it may sound strange, because the truth is that USB-C is already a standard connector used by the entire industry, but not in all cases, which is the complexity. Specifically in position Apple for continued support for LightningAlthough it is technically obsolete, it is not well known why, other than the determining factors of the position.

The three Democratic senators’ proposal does not specify any specific technology, but refers to the use of a “common standard charger for the United States” and the possibilities on both sides are more than obvious: the industry is not going to swallow Apple technology like Lightning. in terms of performance.

But Apple doesn’t seem to have everything in mind when it comes to keeping Lightning going over time. So while the connector is still present in some of its most popular devices, the latest release iPad Air, Mini and Pro already come with the same USB-C connectors. Which, of course, does not mean that the company does not intend to resist change in what is its home and largest market.

On the other hand, it is nothing more than a proposal that is now beginning its journey and that has a long way to go before it is approved, if it is discussed. However, There are wars that Apple doesn’t seem to win, and the War of Chargers is one of them. This one just doesn’t make sense for a giant who will be able to resell cables, now with USB-C, at caviar prices.

The iPhone is a major hurdle that the design of the universal charger will face

It should be noted that Apple is a member of the USB Implementers Forum and therefore also contributed to the development of USB and USB-C technology. Accepting a USB-C charger would only give way to logic.

As for the rest, there are those who hope that Apple will anticipate events, even if they are in a hurry due to the initiative, and that the next generation of iPhone, which will appear in late 2023, will already come with a USB-C charger integrated, because in fact they are already testing it. But because there is not much confidence that Apple will do the right thing on its own…

Similarly, in terms of ecology, responsible consumption and planned obsolescence, a shift towards a universal connector is the best solution that can be provided: not only is it a better technology, but it can be reused and despite the first impact leaving Lightning in the medium term. the situation would be better.

In any case, whether the measure is approved in the United States or not, Apple will not be able to continue selling the device in the European Union without the adoption of USB-C, either actively or passively, except for a surprise change for a universal standard connector would yes or yes should have occurred no later than 2024.