The unified USB-C charging standard for smartphones and other devices in the European Union is coming. The Council of EU states gave its final approval to the new regulation on Monday. “One charger suitable for multiple devices saves money and time and also helps us avoid electronic waste,” said Czech Industry Minister Jozef Sikela, on behalf of the current EU Council presidency.
The new rules will apply from the autumn of 2024. In addition to smartphones, this also includes tablets, e-readers, digital cameras, headphones, portable speakers and keyboards.
For laptops, the guidelines that the negotiators of the EU states and the European Parliament agreed in June will apply from spring 2026. Critics complain that the project is slowing down innovation.
(sda/awp/dpa)
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