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Proposed EU Rule Has Apple All Charged Up
USB-C cord wrapping around apple logo like a boa constrictor

The European Commission (EC) proposed a rule yesterday that would require small tech gadgets like phones, tablets, and headphones to have the same, standardized chargers. This small change would have huge ramifications for device makers.

If the law is passed (and there’s a very good chance it will be), electronics manufacturers will have two years to make all new devices USB-C compatible so consumers won’t need to buy a new charger with every new device.