They are extremely versatile and can transfer data, transmit a video signal and charge electronic devices with up to 240 W – USB-C cables can do all that. Many devices already use them, but there are still some that don’t, such as Apple’s iPhones.
The European Commission has been pushing for a universal charging solution for cell phones for more than a decade. This week, EU lawmakers finally reached an agreement requiring that all phones, tablets, and other small electronic devices sold in the region use USB-C as a charging port.
These small electronic devices include laptops, e-readers, headphones, keyboards, mice, smartphones, tablets, digital cameras, portable video game consoles, and portable speakers.
All of these small devices must have a USB-C port by fall 2024.
We have a deal for the common charger! 🇪🇺
This means more savings for EU consumers and less waste for the planet:
We have a deal on the common charger! 🇪🇺
This means more savings for EU consumers and less waste for the planet:
🔌 mobile phones, tablets, cameras… will all use USB type C
🔌 harmonised fast-charging technology
🔌 unbundling of sale of chargers #SingleMarket #DigitalEU pic.twitter.com/qw2cJV4RY0— European Commission (@EU_Commission) June 7, 2022
At the moment, iPhones are the devices most affected by this law, as the other phone brands introduced USB-C a long time ago. There are several rumors that Apple plans to replace the Lightning connector on iPhones next year.
USB-C supports up to 240W. So it will be interesting to see what happens when USB-C replaces ports on desktops and other powerful laptops. An example would be the MSI Titan GT77, which requires a 330-watt power supply and whose components can consume more than 250 watts together.
So EU consumers will have the choice of buying a new device with or without a plug in the box.
Source: Techspot
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