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September 21, 2021 08:01 pm
Original Link: http://rss.slashdot.org/~r/Slashdot/slashdot/~3/fQUvGdt3rWE/eu-plans-to-legislate-for-common-phone-charger-despite-apple-grumbles
EU Plans To Legislate for Common Phone Charger Despite Apple Grumbles
The European Commission will on Thursday present a legislative proposal for a common charger for mobile phones, tablets and headphones, a move likely to affect iPhone maker Apple more than its rivals, Reuters reported on Tuesday, citing a person familiar with the matter. From the report: The European Union executive and EU lawmakers have been pushing for a common charger for over a decade, saying it would be better for the environment and more convenient for users. The Commission wants the sale of chargers to be decoupled from devices, and also propose a harmonised charging port, the person said. Apple, whose iPhones are charged from its Lightning cable, has said rules forcing connectors to conform to one type could deter innovation, create a mountain of electronic waste and irk consumers.Read more of this story at Slashdot.
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