European lawmakers have mandated that mobile devices (looking at you, Apple) must charge using the same standard connector cable.
EU Sets Official Deadline for When iPhone Must Switch to USB-C - MacRumors
EU rules to force USB-C chargers for all phones
Apple forced to change charger in Europe as EU approves overhaul
Apple September 12 Event: iPhone 15 Charging Port Change to USB-C From Lightning - Bloomberg
iPhone 15 could be banned in Europe if Apple limits USB-C port compatibility
Apple's new iPhone shows impact of EU tech regulation
EU adopts common charger law, forces iPhone redesign
EU sets December 28th, 2024, deadline for all new phones to use USB-C for wired charging - The Verge
EU ruling forces Apple to adopt USB-C iPhone charging by end of 2024
Why is the EU forcing Apple to change its charger?
EU votes in favor of new law that will force Apple to adopt USB-C on iPhones by 2024
Kuo: The iPhone 15 will switch to USB-C, but there's a catch - PhoneArena
Bad news for Apple as EU makes USB-C common charger • The Register
EU finalizes charger rule forcing USB-C on iPhones in 2024