early_riserFeb 21

My phone, iPad, and laptop finally all use the same USB-C charger. The galaxy is at peace.

https://lemmy.world/post/43413297

My phone, iPad, and laptop finally all use the same USB-C charger. The galaxy is at peace. - Lemmy.World

Lemmy

Show threadmasterspaceFeb 21

Thank God for the EU.

If Apple and the Americans had their way, each of those would use a different proprietary connector.

Show threadpapalonianFeb 21
Yes, Americans famously love having dozens of different chargers and cables to manage
Show threaddraco_aeneusFeb 21
The reason we should thank the EU is because of this rule. While I cannot guarantee this rule is responsible, the fact that it’s mandated means it’s significantly more economically viable to use the same connector across all regions (including America), and so this rule is the primary factor in the standardization of charging cables.
EU common charger rules: Power all your devices with a single charger

The EU has implemented a universal charger for electronic devices to reduce waste. All new devices sold in the EU must now support USB-C charging.

European Commission
Show threadpapalonianFeb 21

I know why we have the EU to thank .

If Apple and the Americans had their way, each of those would use a different proprietary connector.

Americans don’t want proprietary connectors. We’re happy to get USB-C, too.

Show threaddraco_aeneus
Ah, I misunderstood. I conflated “Americans” (lawmakers) and “Americans” (everyone else).
Feb 21 at 5:23pmWeb