Everything you need to know about USB-C

What does European legislation say?

From 28 December 2024, all smartphones will be required to incorporate a USB-C port, in accordance with the recently enacted European Universal Charger Directive. This decision marks a significant change in the mobile phone landscape, with an ongoing transition to USB-C.

The directive, published in the European Official Journal, stipulates that manufacturers have until that date to comply with this standard. With a 24-month transition period for Member States, companies will have until the end of 2024 to update their products.

Although this decision may seem restrictive to some, most smartphone manufacturers have already adopted USB-C as the standard, relegating the micro-USB port to entry-level phones. Apple, with its Lightning port, resisted this trend until the release of the iPhone 15 range in September 2023. The brand has no choice but to comply with European regulations!

This transition also affects other devices, such as tablets, headphones, portable consoles and cameras. Although computers are also affected, their complete adaptation to USB-C could take longer, probably until 2026.