EU approves ewaste law set to force Apple to switch to USB-C by 2024

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Apple is set to be forced to ditch its Lightning connector and join other smartphone manufacturers in fitting its devices with USB-C ports in parts of Europe, following approval of EU legislation that changes how iPhones are recharged. — Bloomberg

STRASBOURG: While many device manufacturers have long since switched to the USB-C charging port, Apple is stubbornly sticking to the Lightning connector for iPhones. Following EU lawmaker approval, that's now set to change in 2024 in Europe.

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EU approves ewaste law set to force Apple to switch to USB-C by 2024