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The rules were approved in 2022 by the European Parliament and EU member states.

Video. New EU rules on common USB-C chargers to come into force

Updated: 27/12/2024 - 12:54 GMT+1

Starting on Saturday, all small and medium-sized portable electronic devices sold in the EU must be compatible with USB-C ports to address waste.

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