The EU's mandatory push for USB-C comes ahead of California and India enforcing similar rules in 2026 and 2025, respectively.

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.

On December 28, USB-C became the mandatory standard for electronic devices in the European Union (EU), prompting Apple to discontinue two of its affordable models— the iPhone 14 (review) and the iPhone SE (3rd generation), the last iPhones featuring the Lightning port.

EU rules requiring all new smartphones, tablets and cameras to use the same charger came into force on Saturday, in a change Brussels said will cut costs and waste."Starting today, all new mobile phones,

As of Saturday, the USB-C charging standard for portable electronic devices is in effect in the EU. The changes affect, among others, phones, tablets, and digital cameras. According to Euronews, starting in 2026,

As of Saturday, the USB-C charging standard for portable electronic devices is now in effect in the EU. This change affects phones, tablets, and digital cameras, among others. According to Euronews, starting in 2026,

EU's universal USB-C charging mandate takes effect, promising consumer savings and reduced e-waste through standardized device charging.

As of Saturday, the USB-C charging standard for portable electronic devices is now in effect across the EU. This change impacts items such as phones, tablets, and digital cameras. According to Euronews,