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Europe's USB-C Charger Mandate Has Gone into Effect
The European Union's Common Charger Directive came into force on December 28, 2024. This legislation mandates that electronic ...
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It’s official – one charger model for the entire EU
New EU regulations mandating that all new smartphones, tablets, and cameras use a standard charger took effect on Saturday.
The USB-C charging mandate arrives in the EU — here’s what that means
From December 28th, a large percentage of the gadgets bought inside the EU are required to charge via USB-C. The goal for Directive 2022/2380, known colloquially as the common charging solution, is to ...
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The EU Finally Has a Common Charger for All Devices. Will the US Follow?
The EU's new rule, known as the "Common Charger Directive ... purchase iPhone 15 handsets at the Apple Store on September 22, 2023 in London, England. The European Union's new rules, implemented ...
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EU universal charger rules come into force
Makers of electronic consumer items in Europe had agreed on a single charging norm from dozens on the market a decade ago under a voluntary agreement with the European Commission. But Apple, the ...
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USB-C is now effectively mandatory in Europe as the new charging era begins
despite Apple's objections, which include concerns about reduced technological innovation. The European market is making USB-C the sole interface for battery charging on mobile and portable gadgets.
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EU law mandating universal chargers for devices comes into force
EU rules requiring all new smartphones, tablets and cameras to use the same charger came into force on Saturday, in a change Brussels said will cut costs and waste. Manufacturers are now obliged ...