As a result of the pressure of the European Union, the smartphone brand that is the most stubborn in changing chargers Apple Even iPhones had to abandon the Lightning port and use the Type-C port. Thanks to this regulation, we see Type-C ports in newly produced electronic devices. After this pressure, he made a move. Information Technologies and Communications Authority (BTK) made.
BTK, which has prepared a draft for amendments to the Radio Equipment Regulation, has determined that the chargers and the devices included in this draft for the sale of electronic devices He also included an alternative in this draft.
Electronic devices can be purchased without a charger.
In this draft, which covers certain categories and classes in radio equipment, it is expected that the equipment in question will be released without a charger. As a result, the consumer purchasing the same equipment without a charger opportunity will also be offered. So, as long as you have a Type-C cable and adapter at home, you can at least save on this part.
According to the news of Türkiye Newspaper, the equipment you can see below is Compliant with regulations regarding charging capacities will be manufactured in this way. As a result of this regulation, chargers that can be purchased externally will also work compatible with other accessories.
Finally, in parallel with the EU regulation; mobile phonestablets, digital cameras, headphones, headsets, portable video game consoles, portable speakers, eBook readers, keyboards, mouse devices, portable navigation systems, in-ear headphones and laptops, Will be compatible with Type-C.
Regulation; It is expected to be implemented for products such as phones, tablets and digital cameras as of December 28, 2024. It will be applicable only for Laptops as of April 28, 2026.
Again, according to the data of Türkiye Newspaper, in Turkey Approximately 15 million mobile phones a year selling. A reduction of approximately 1.5 million units in potential waste charger production is expected with common charging. Taking into account the ratio of 50%, production is expected to save approximately 7.5 million units and 1 billion 125 million TL per year. What are your thoughts?
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