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All new laptops must have USB-C to be sold in the European Union(EU) (www.rte.ie)

submitted 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) by Deep@mander.xyz to c/technology@lemmy.world

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EU rules on common chargers apply to laptops from today. It means that all new laptops sold in the European Union must now support USB-C charging.

In December 2024, the rules came into force for mobile phones, tablets, digital cameras, headphones, videogame consoles, and portable speakers.

Laptop manufacturers were given a longer lead in time to allow for redesign and transition to the common charging system.

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[–] Zedstrian@sopuli.xyz 13 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (2 children)

Laptops can be rated for whichever power level the manufacturer prefers; USB-C PD is used between the power supply and device to negotiate the maximum power level allowed for by both, so a consumer that purchases a 100W or 240W cable and power supply could still use them with a lower-rated device.

A 60W USB-C laptop can therefore stay at 60W without issue, but if a 240W laptop is produced, it should also be made to use USB-C under such a regulation.

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