A single charging connector for smartphones, tablets, and cameras will be introduced in the European Union by 2024, a first for the globe that will likely have a greater impact on Apple than its competitors. The European Parliament passed new regulations on Tuesday.
By making USB-C connections used by Android-based devices the EU standard, the decision validates a previous agreement among EU institutions and will compel Apple to modify its charging port for iPhones and other devices.
As a result of concerns from iPhone and Android users who had to move to various chargers for their devices, the change had been considered for years.
Apple is anticipated to be one of the major European electronic device manufacturers most impacted, although experts also anticipate a potential benefit as it may persuade consumers to purchase the brand’s most recent items rather than those without USB-C.
According to experts, the agreement may potentially have an effect on Samsung, Huawei, and other gadget manufacturers as it also includes e-readers, headphones, and other technologies.
602 votes were cast in favour of the change by EU legislators, with only 13 voting against it.
