Late last year, we saw the European Union propose to make USB-C ports a universal charging port for all smartphones and digital devices. We also got to know that the EU will meet to decide on this proposal’s future. As it turns out, the meeting did happen today and the authorities have reached an agreement to mandate USB-C ports on all smartphones, including Apple’s iPhones, that are sold in the EU. Check out the details right below!
The European Union has unified USB Type-C, following discussions between different EU bodies. To recall, the legislation was in the works for over a decade. You can also check out the official tweet from the European Parliament attached right below.
We have reached a deal on the common charger! 🔌👏✔️mobile phones, tablets, e-readers, digital cameras & more #USBtypeC✔️harmonised fast-charging technology✔️unbundling of sale of chargers from the sale of device 🔴 Press conference at 12.30 CEST ➡️ https://t.co/TCBXxzIEdr pic.twitter.com/29JmeL0nxe— IMCO Committee Press (@EP_SingleMarket) June 7, 2022
Will Apple Conform?
It also means that whether or not Apple likes it, it will now have to shift to USB-C for its iPhone models that still use the aging Lightning port for wired charging and data transfer. While Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests that Apple might finally do the deed next year, we are still unsure. Currently, the only USB-C-supported iPhone is a DIY project by a hardware engineer that became one of the most expensive iPhones on eBay earlier this year.
