EU Passes Law To Make USB C Port Mandatory For Mobile Devices By 2024

Last Updated: October 04, 2022, 16:37 ISTUSB C charging to become the mainstream standard in EuropeThe European Parliament approved new rules on Tuesday that will introduce in the

European Union a single charging port for mobile phones, tablets and cameras by 2024, a world first that is expected to affect iPhone maker Apple more than its rivals.BRUSSELS: The

European Parliament approved new rules on Tuesday that will introduce in the European Union a single charging port for mobile phones, tablets and cameras by 2024, a world first

that is expected to affect iPhone maker Apple more than its rivals. The vote confirms an earlier agreement among EU institutions and will make USB-C connectors used by

Android-based devices the EU standard, forcing Apple to change its charging port for iPhones and other devices. The change had been discussed for years and was prompted by

complaints from iPhone and Android users about having to switch to different chargers for their devices. Among big providers of electronic devices to European customers, Apple is

expected to be among the most affected, but analysts also expect a possible positive impact because it could encourage shoppers to buy the company's latest gadgets instead of ones

without USB-C. The deal also covers e-readers, ear buds and other technologies, meaning it may also have an impact on Samsung, Huawei and other device makers, analysts said. EU

lawmakers supported the reform with a large majority, with 602 votes in favour and only 13 against. Read all the Latest Tech News and Breaking News here