From December 28, a law will come into force in Europe obliging the sale of all smartphones with USB-C

On December 28, a law will come into force in the European Union requiring the use of a USB-C connector to charge most electronic devices.

The following categories of gadgets fall under the law:

︎ Smartphones
︎ Tablets
︎ Cameras
︎ Headphones
︎ Helmets
︎ Portable consoles
︎ Portable speakers
︎ E-books
︎ Keyboards
︎ Computer mice
︎ Navigators

Key condition: USB-C is only required for devices with charging power up to 100W. For example, the PlayStation 5 has a power rating of 350 watts, so it is not covered by the law.

If a device from the list above does not have USB-C, then it cannot be sold in the European Union.

It remains an open question whether the law applies to drones, but the European Commission will regularly update the list of devices for which USB-C will become mandatory.

The only notable exception right now is laptops. Manufacturers can use their own charging connectors until April 28, 2026.

In addition, the law does not prohibit the use of proprietary connectors. However, they must be complemented by a USB-C port. For example, a MacBook with a MagSafe connector qualifies because the device can be charged via both MagSafe and USB-C. (The Verge)