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The other argument against the EU directive isn't about now, it's about what happens in 5, 10 years, when our technology has progressed, but the directive still specifies USB-C.


From https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/QANDA_...

Any technological developments in wired charging can be reflected in a timely adjustment of technical requirements/ specific standards under the Radio Equipment Directive. This would ensure that the technology used is not outdated.

At the same time, the implementation of any new standards in further revisions of Radio Equipment Directive would need to be developed in a harmonised manner, respecting the objectives of full interoperability. Industry is therefore expected to continue the work already undertaken on the standardised interface, led by the USB-IF organisation, in view of developing new interoperable, open and non-controversial solutions.


This wasn’t a problem when they standardized on micro USB and USB-C came along


They've made it clear that they are happy to update you the latest standards when the standards move on.


Do any EU laws/directives have sunset clauses? I don't know if that's a thing in this context.




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