USB-C is now effectively mandatory in Europe as the new charging era begins
The European market is making USB-C the sole interface for battery charging on mobile and portable gadgets. The EU Parliament approved the USB Type-C mandate in
Apple Pulls iPhone 14 and SE from EU Member States Ahead of USB-C Deadline
Apple has stopped selling the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and third-generation iPhone SE in all E.U. member states.
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 reduce e-waste and solve market fragmentation. You may recall Apple and the EU butting heads over this a few years ago.
Europe's USB-C Charger Mandate Has Gone into Effect
If you live in Europe and were hoping to pick up an older iPhone on the cheap, think again. The European Union's Common Charger Directive came into force on December 28, 2024. This legislation mandates that electronic devices sold within the EU must now feature USB-C charging ports, putting older Apple phones on the wrong side of the law.
Apple stops selling iPhone 14 and iPhone SE in Europe after EU's mandatory USB-C rule kicks in
Apple has stopped selling the iPhone 14 series and the iPhone SE (3rd generation) in its stores across most of the European Union (EU). This move comes amid a ruling that all smartphones sold in the EU must have the same charging port i.
Apple discontinues iPhone SE and iPhone 14 as USB-C becomes mandatory charging standard in EU
Apple has discontinued the iPhone SE and iPhone 14 in the EU as the region officially enforces USB-C as the universal charging standard for devices.
Say goodbye to charger chaos: 'USB-C Everything' law goes into force
The EU's Common Charger Directive mandates USB-C charging for many devices, and it has now gone into effect. Read on to know ...
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All Devices Sold in the EU Will Now Be USB-C Compatible
The EU's mandatory push for USB-C comes ahead of California and India enforcing similar rules in 2026 and 2025, respectively.
Satechi’s USB-C Slim Dock Is The Best Way To Expand Apple’s M4 iMac
The new Apple iMacs are great machines, they just need a few more ports and some extra storage. The Satechi USB-C Slim Dock ...
This 240W USB-C cable’s connector both rotates and bends
Japanese accessory maker Sanwa Supply has released a new 240W USB-C cable with a flexible design that could help prevent ...
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Hidisz hides a DAC in its USB-C IEMs for lossless audio on a budget
If you're an audiophile looking for an inexpensive new fix, this one's for you. Hong Kong-based Hidizs has packed a tiny but capable DAC into a USB-C cable that connects to IEMs (in-ear monitors), so ...
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Tomorrow Is USB-C Day in the European Union
Specifically, today is the final day that companies in the EU will be permitted to sell mobile phones and most other ...
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Every Portable Device in the EU Now Requires USB-C Ports
The European Union has officially made USB-C the standard for charging and data transfer on small and medium-sized portable ...
You Should Have a Super-Fast USB Car Charger
A fast USB car charger can be a great backup power source for laptops, battery banks, and other devices during emergencies or ...
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" is designed to increase convenience, cut back on 11,000 tons of ...