Apple being forced away from lightning charger to reduce global ewaste
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From mid-2024, mobile devices sold in the European Union must have a single standard USB-C charging port, forcing Apple away from its Lightning connector.
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EU mandates universal charger for tablets, mobile phones in blow to Apple
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Apple says losing Lightning port will create waste
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The Best Lightning Cables for iPhone and iPad of 2024
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Apple just killed the iPhone Lightning connector. What to do with your old chargers
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