Published December 29, 2024 at 4:25 PM
Consumer. From this weekend, USB-C is officially the common charging standard in the EU, according to an announcement from the European Commission on X.
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“This means better charging technology, reduced e-waste and less hassle in finding the chargers you need,” the Commission writes.
The new requirements cover a range of electronic devices, including mobile phones, tablets, digital cameras, headphones, headsets, portable speakers, handheld video game consoles, e-readers, earbuds, keyboards, mice and portable navigation systems.
From 28 December 2024, all such devices sold in the EU must be equipped with a USB-C charging port and comply with USB Power Delivery (PD).
For laptops, the corresponding requirements will be introduced slightly later, starting from 28 April 2026.
The initiative aims to simplify for consumers and reduce the amount of electronic waste that arises from excess chargers.
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