Published 2 years ago

EU approves phone charger reform, forcing Apple to adapt

Summary by Ground News

The European Parliament approved new rules on Tuesday that will introduce in the European Union a single charging port for mobile phones, tablets and cameras. The vote confirms an earlier agreement among EU institutions and will make USB-C connectors used by Android-based devices the EU standard. Apple is expected to be among the most affected, but analysts also expect a possible positive impact.

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News18 India

EU Passes Law To Make USB C Port Mandatory For Mobile Devices By 2024

The European Parliament approved new rules on Tuesday that will introduce in the European Union a single charging port for mobile phones, tablets and cameras by 2024, a world first that is expected to affect iPhone maker Apple more than its rivals.

2 years ago·India

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The Guardian

EU votes to force all phones to use same charger by 2024

Apple will be forced to change charger after EU votes to use USB-C connectors

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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Reuters

Apple forced to change charger in Europe as EU approves overhaul

Apple will have to change the charger for its iPhones in the European Union from autumn 2024 to comply with new rules introducing a single charging port for most electronic devices.

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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The Star Kuala Lumpur

Apple will be forced to use new charger after EU votes for USB-C

Members of the European Parliament voted to force companies such as Apple Inc to adapt products that don’t already feature a standard USB-C charger to use one. This would include iPhones, in Apple’s case. Read full story

2 years ago·Malaysia

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New York Post

Apple forced to change iPhone charger in Europe after reform passed

The reform passed by an overwhelming majority in the European Parliament on Tuesday, the first of its kind anywhere in the world.

2 years ago·New York, United States

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CNBC

Apple iPhone and other devices may be forced to use a common charger after EU lawmakers approve rule

European Parliament approved a rule which, if passed, would mean all electronic devices sold in the EU must be equipped with USB Type-C charging capabilities.

2 years ago·United States

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