USB Type-C problem is solved: After 2024 things will change
From December 28, 2024, devices sold in the EU must use USB Type-C.
The EU's new "Common Charger" directive has been published in the Official Journal, and now we know when it will take effect. Every phone, tablet, camera, headset, handheld video game console, portable speaker, e-reader, keyboard, mouse, and portable navigation system sold in the EU must have a USB Type-C port by December 28, 2024. It is also required to include USB Power Delivery if the charging power exceeds 15W.
USB Type-C problem is solved: After 2024 things will change
🔌The Directive (EU) 2022/2380 related to the #CommonCharger for mobile devices is published in the #OfficialJournal
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It will enter into force on 27/12/2022
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This will undoubtedly have an impact on Apple, as the media has widely reported since the law's inception. However, other manufacturers of devices will also be required to ensure USB-PD compatibility if their products charge at rates greater than 15W. Additionally, this directive only applies to wired charging, so Apple may decide to only use wireless charging on its iPhones. That would not violate these regulations, and the move has been rumored numerous times previously.
Laptops will be subject to the same restrictions regarding the use of USB Type-C starting on April 28, 2026. The next thing that needs to be done to comply with this directive is for member states of the EU to adopt and publish, by December 28, 2023, the laws, regulations, and administrative provisions that are required.
