In fact, the fact that the EU wants to unify the smart phone interface can be traced back to 10 years ago. At that time, the European Union asked Samsung, Huawei, Apple and other mobile phone manufacturers to sign memorandums, agreeing to adopt a unified MicroUSB interface instead of MiniUSB or other home interfaces in the mobile phones listed in 20 1 1. At that time, Apple used a 30-pin interface, and the iPad2 used this interface. Later, Apple used a smaller Lightning interface on the iPhone.
At present, mobile phone interfaces include Apple's Lightning, MicroUSB and USB Type-C. At present, USB Type-C has become the mainstream configuration of Android phones, and MicroUSB is only used on some low-end models. USB Type-C is not only widely used in mobile phones, but also in computers, headphones and other products. The unified interface not only reduces waste, but also makes it more convenient for users.
The legislation of the European Union has direct effect in its member countries, and it is very likely that Apple will be forced to convert its interface to USB Type-C through legal means. Will Apple do this? This is just like the electronic products sold in China market must have 3C certification. If it does not comply with laws and regulations, it will not be able to go on sale normally.
However, this regulation has not been formally implemented, and there is still a two-year buffer period, which will not affect Apple's iPhone 12 series. It is reported that Apple will cancel the traditional interface of top-mounted iPhone on 202 1 and fully promote wireless charging. At present, AirPods wireless headphones have also been accepted by users, and I believe there will be no interface in the future.
Does the EU plan to unify the Type-C charging interface? Where is the iPhone going? If the EU formally finalizes the updated EU Radio Law and then translates it into the domestic laws of member countries, Apple will eventually have to accept this result and convert the currently used Lightning interface into a USB Type-C interface. However, Apple will not give up its interests easily, and will definitely bargain with the EU for the best interests.
Last week, the European Parliament passed an absolutely leading update of the EU radio law, that is, unifying universal charging ports and USB Type-C. It will take about three years to reach the standards that the market must abide by as soon as possible, that is, it will take two years for member States to translate them into their own laws, and it will take another year for manufacturers to abide by them. Therefore, it will have little impact on Apple in the short term, but once it becomes law, Apple must accept it.
USB Type-C is now mostly used in Android phones and computers. Lightning interface is only used by Apple products now. Apple's Lightning interface is mainly to distinguish it from Android products. At the same time, it can be freely priced in Apple's closed circle, and it can only be produced through enterprise certification (certification must also pay Apple's authorization fee), thus earning the maximum profit.
Once unified into a USB Type-C interface, it will undoubtedly move Apple's cheese. Both the Android ecosystem and the Apple ecosystem can use the same interface, and Apple lost the opportunity to make a profit in its closed circle. So Apple's switch to USB Type-C is the last thing.
Advantages of unified USB Type-C interface. It is good for the EU and even other regions. Android products and Apple products can use the same charger or even cable, instead of products with different interfaces for both Android phones and Apple phones, which is quite troublesome. And a waste of resources.
However, Apple with a strong fan base may not give up this cheese easily. Apple is bound to bargain with the EU, even if it is on USB Type-C, it will open a window for itself to make profits.
It's not where the iphone goes, it's where the light interface goes!
The EU countries add up to more than 500 million people, not as many as Alipay users, but as many as Tik Tok users. How many Apple users are there among these 500 million people? They love to use type-c, just give them an iphone with type-c interface.
In fact, type-c doesn't have much technical advantage compared with lighting interface, but everyone uses the same interface to facilitate different consumer groups to borrow chargers from each other.
In addition, Apple is also very aggressive in the use of type-c interfaces, including all interfaces except type-c in the macbook series, which can be said to be an enthusiastic supporter of Type-C.
Why do you say that? Because we know that most of the flagship mobile phones in 20 19 support wireless charging, including iphone 1 1, Huawei mate30, Xiaomi cc9pro, and the infinite fast charging technology developed by Xiaomi is even faster than the priority fast charging three years ago. If other enterprises in the industry follow up wireless charging, wireless charging should be able to completely lose the wired charging speed within three to five years, or even faster. And wireless charging is extremely convenient. You can rush to the table and play with it. There are no wires in the way, and the sense of technology and experience is greatly improved. Some people say that type-c can not only charge, but also transmit data. Excuse me, do we have to transmit data by wire? Huawei's one-click transmission, Apple's airdrop, and Xiaomi -oppo-vivo's mutual transmission alliance are all extremely convenient and do not need wires. Some people say that the host and the monitor have to be connected, right? Hehe, what is the relationship between the host and the monitor and the lighting connection of Apple? Apple didn't connect the monitor and lights to the mac-pro, did it?
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In fact, the fact that the EU wants to unify the smart phone interface can be traced back to 10 years ago. At that time, the European Union asked Samsung, Huawei, Apple and other mobile phone manufacturers to sign memorandums, agreeing to adopt a unified MicroUSB interface instead of MiniUSB or other home interfaces in the mobile phones listed in 20 1 1. At that time, Apple used a 30-pin interface, and the iPad2 used this interface. Later, Apple used a smaller Lightning interface on the iPhone.
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At present, mobile phone interfaces include Apple's Lightning, MicroUSB and USB Type-C. At present, USB Type-C has become the mainstream configuration of Android phones, and MicroUSB is only used on some low-end models. USB Type-C is not only widely used in mobile phones, but also in computers, headphones and other products. The unified interface not only reduces waste, but also makes it more convenient for users.
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The legislation of the European Union has direct effect in its member countries, and it is very likely that Apple will be forced to convert its interface to USB Type-C through legal means. Will Apple do this? This is just like the electronic products sold in China market must have 3C certification. If it does not comply with laws and regulations, it will not be able to go on sale normally.
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I don't know if you have noticed this small charging interface on our mobile phone. At present, there are three mainstream interfaces, namely Micro USB interface of Android phone, Type-C interface of Apple phone and Lightning interface. For dual-computer users, the lack of a unified interface standard will really bring us a lot of trouble, and even some cable manufacturers have even introduced a compromise product at both ends of the first line.
In order to avoid the troubles caused by inconsistent interfaces, the EU is prepared to unify the interfaces of all electronic products, including mobile phones, tablet computers, computers and other electronic products and equipment. There must be a sacrifice between Android and Apple. Apple is currently injured.
For the European Union to promote the unification of mobile phone charging interfaces, it can be traced back to 2009 at the earliest. In order to unify the charging interface standard, the International Cellular Communication Association held in Barcelona designated Micro USB as the standard interface for mobile phones, which will be popularized in 20 12 at the latest. Unfortunately, this agreement is not mandatory, but a memorandum signed by the manufacturer voluntarily. After signing the memorandum, Apple still went its own way and basically didn't take this matter to heart.
Recently, the European Union once again put the issue of unifying the charging interface of mobile phones on the agenda, and is ready to promote this matter through relevant legislation. The specified standard interface is a type C interface. Once the legislation is passed, all EU member states will implement it unconditionally, which will have a great impact on Apple!
From the consumer's point of view, a unified interface will undoubtedly bring us great convenience, and only one cable is needed between multiple devices. But Apple won't think so, which will have a certain impact on Apple's profits.
First of all, Apple will lose a lot of money invested in the R&D interface before, and face the problem of drawing water with a sieve. Secondly, after adopting the universal interface standard, Apple will lose the fees paid by three cable manufacturers to use the Lightning interface; In the end, Apple will lose the sales profit of cable accessories. You should know that the price of a data cable in Apple is not cheap.
It's easier said than done. If you don't touch the interests, once you hurt Apple's vital interests, do you think Apple will give in easily? Google faces huge fines because of the anti-monopoly fines in the EU, so it needs to start the charging model of Android system in the EU. What will Apple do? You won't use EU legislation to introduce all kinds of strange adapters and pass on your losses to consumers again! In response to this practice of the EU, Apple has not made a positive statement at present. We will wait and see how Apple will respond this time.
What do you think of the charging interface of mobile phone? Do you also support the EU's practice of unifying standards?
It is generally acknowledged that type C is the mainstream in the future. Why does Apple still insist on its own interface? There is a huge interest relationship among them. Apple's annual sales of charging cable and the profit of charging cable account for a relatively large income in Apple's view. If the interface is unified, Apple has no competitive advantage with other manufacturers. If the European Union unifies the charging port, Apple will definitely follow suit, change its original idea and switch to the type-c interface like other manufacturers.
According to Apple's consistent style, it will not compromise easily. Moreover, the unified interface and slogan have been shouted for so many years, and there are still a lot of standards. It's not that easy! Unless you make up your mind, people who don't follow this standard are not allowed to go public. This involves a lot of interests, depending on whether you can withstand the pressure and make up your mind.
Make different versions according to different regions. Just like the power adapter of the non-national standard socket of the water cargo plane.