Having an iPhone with a broken charger cable is very annoying, not only because it becomes extremely unreliable as it often stops working.
Around 2010, Europe approved the use of microUSB as the sole charger for cell phones, but this decision was only finalized at the end of last year. The aim was to reduce electronic waste and lower costs for consumers.
Today, the European Parliament has just approved an important project that will require mobile phone manufacturers to take the necessary steps to comply with the adoption of the universal connector. This will grant a minimum of two years for transposition into national laws and regulations. Manufacturers will be given an additional year to adapt to the new provisions and replace their chargers. Read more »
