India To Standardise USB Type-C On All Electronics, Including iPhones

India's intends to join the European Union in enforcing USB Type-C as the uniform charging port for all smartphones, tablets, and laptops in the market.

These changes might come into effect as soon as 2024 in India. The primary rationale behind a move like this is to cut down on e-waste produced by companies with differing charging ports - in this case, mostly Apple.

A mandatory Type-C port will also allow users to use a single cable for all those devices, cutting down clutter for personal use. On Wednesday, a Central Inter-Ministerial Task Force reached a consensus on standardising USB Type-C charging port on all electronic devices.

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This rollout is expected to take place in a standardised manner and will affect smartphones, tablets, and laptops. The Department of Consumer Affairs is also assessing the scope of standardising USB Type-C for wearables and smartwatches. Feature phones, too, could be considered for a mandatory switch.

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These changes might come into effect in India after the European Union enforces a similar law. The change will adversely affect Apple, a company that has stuck with its Lightning ports since 2012.

Also read:?iPhone Will Finally Get USB Type-C, Confirms Apple

The USB Type-C is also able to deliver faster speeds than Lightning connectors thanks to USB 3.1, USB 4, and Thunderbolt support. Lightning runs on USB 2.0, a slower and outdated version of this tech.

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It appears that Apple might drop the Lightning connecter as soon as next year when the iPhone 15 series is expected to launch.

Also read:?The Guy Who Made A USB Type-C iPhone Has Now Made AirPods Repairable

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References

Mallick, S. A. A. S. (2022, November 17). Industry agrees to type-C chargers for smartphones, tablets & laptops. The Economic Times. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/cons-products/electronics/industry-agrees-to-type-c-chargers-for-smartphones-tablets-laptops/articleshow/95565547.cms

Chandra, S., & Sharma, R. (2022, November 17). India Planning to Adopt USB Type-C as Uniform Charging Port for Smartphones, Tablets, Laptops. Gadgets 360. https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/india-usb-type-c-uniform-charging-smartphones-tablets-laptops-3527726