For most iPhone users, faster charging, faster transfer speeds, and interoperability between the charger and Android are good enough news

For most iPhone users, faster charging, faster transfer speeds, and interoperability between the charger and Android are good enough news

For most iPhone users, faster charging, faster transfer speeds, and interoperability between the charger and Android are good enough news. Android USB-C charging cables and chargers are also generally cheaper than MFI-certified iPhone charging accessories.

Without MFi certification, users should pay more attention when purchasing iPhone charging accessories, and try to buy authentic accessories from big brands through reliable channels to avoid buying inferior accessories with safety defects. The EU has also given consumers the option of buying a separate charger when buying an electronic device. The move provides a basis for mobile phone manufacturers to support environmental protection and not include chargers.

Concerns about whether a universal interface would stifle innovation in things like charging technology have also been one of Apple's arguments against regulations. It's not. First, the EU is not averse to using private standards to improve charging speeds, as long as they are compatible with the PD protocol. Second, the EU has the added advantage that the commission can later amend regulations under the guise of "delegated acts", which is easier than going through the legislative process.

Besides, USB-C interface now supports up to 240W charging power, which can meet the demand of high-power games and other devices. The EU has also given the laptop category extra time to transform.

Of course, the EU's uniform interface rules only apply to "interfaced" devices, and Apple would be better off driving innovation by honing MagSafe and making the iPhone interfaced free. If MagSafe can charge wirelessly without burning up, who cares about the ports?