ONE CHARGER FOR ALL THE PHONES

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It is estimated that around 50 million tons of e-waste is generated annually around the world, on average over 6 kg per person. MEPs covered that one standard charger could cover this. They recognized that the introduction of a common charger for mobile phones, tablets, e-books and other portable devices is necessary, because firstly it makes life easier for consumers, and secondly it helps reduce the amount of electro-waste. The number of cables and chargers produced and discarded each year is unacceptable. Europeans change their smartphones on average every two years, so every second year our citizens are forced to buy new chargers when buying new devices, even if all chargers are still working. Demand is increasing, and with it wastage and exploitation of natural resources.

 

However, Apple is protesting against European Union plans. The company warns that forcing manufacturers to standardize the charger will inhibit innovation and – paradoxically – will contribute to the creation of new waste when, for example, current chargers are no longer needed. We believe that regulations enforcing a uniform charger model will hinder innovation and will only harm European consumers and the entire market. We hope that the Commission will look for other solutions – those that will not harm the development of the technology industry,” Apple wrote in a statement to Reuters.

 

Source:

https://businessinsider.com.pl/technologie/nowe-technologie/jeden-rodzaj-ladowarki-do-wszystkich-telefonow-rezolucja-pe/4qbsnm0

4 thoughts on “ONE CHARGER FOR ALL THE PHONES

  1. Nowicki Iwo says:

    Loved the idea of one charger, thanks for the blog. Keep it up!

  2. Al Soori Jakub says:

    Could be a big problem for Apple Company because their goal was to always transfer data by their own devices, anyway, the idea may make the life easier.

  3. Gogilauri Irine says:

    It sounds like a dream come true for so many people!
    Also, Apple’s reaction was bound to happen.

  4. Chorfi Mayssa says:

    I’m not sure whether it would contribute to decreasing waste but I am all for the idea of standardized chargers for all phones just because of how practical it would be

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