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Which is EU's one charger pin to power them all?

September 30, 2021 / 13:02 IST
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The technology monster is insatiable. Residents of the European Union have found that keeping three chargers handy for their personal devices isn't enough. Despite being well-stocked, 38% of them could not charge their device at least once because they could not find a charger with a compatible pin. Meanwhile, discarded and unused chargers are adding 11,000 tonnes of e-waste to landfills every year. The European Commission has said enough is enough, and last week proposed the adoption of a common universal charger (USB-C) for all mobile and other electronic devices. This move is estimated to save consumers nearly €2.4 billion annually. 

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first published: Sep 30, 2021 01:01 pm

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