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.
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 devices sold within the EU must now feature USB-C charging ports, putting older Apple phones on the wrong side of the law.
USB-C Takes Over as the Standard Charger Across EU
As of December 28, 2024, the EU has implemented a regulation requiring all new mobile devices sold within its member states to feature USB-C ports.
EU mandates USB-C ports for small devices, laptops face 2026 deadline
Starting Saturday, small electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, computer mice, and cameras sold in the European Union must include a USB-C charging port under a new EU directive. Larger devices like laptops and notebooks,
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.
EU finally mandates USB-C chargers for all devices
The European Union (EU) has officially announced the implementation of its long-awaited mandate for USB-C chargers, requiring all new portable electronic devices sold in the EU to adopt the standardised charging port.
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 ...
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 ...
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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.
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The EU Makes Things Easier As USB-C Becomes The New Standard
Pretty much every kind of chargeable gadget will need to conform, making it possible to carry just one charger with you.
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 ...
MagSafe Money: LISEN delivers the strongest MagSafe magnet I’ve found for the car
Lisen MagSafe Mount offers Qi2 charging, strong magnetic hold, and durable design. Perfect for dashboard mounting, it ...