In Switzerland, everyone should be able to use the same charger for different mobile phones, laptops or tablets from different manufacturers. The government is introducing USB-C as a uniform national standard from the beginning of 2024.
Other devices with wireless components such as e-readers, headphones and digital cameras are also included in the requirement. To this end, the federal government approved the revision of the Ordinance on Telecommunications Equipment (FAV), as announced by the Federal Office of Communications (OFCOM) on Wednesday. …
Copying the EUs homework again …
As usual, but not sad about this one
What if they hadn’t? Would manufacturers keep shipping different plugs for anything that’s sold here? Just curious…
Some might, but I’m pretty sure Switzerland is in the same category than the EU for most manufacturers, with some exceptions where it matters. The swiss market is too small for most international companies to care. It’s better for us to be close to the EU market so entry into the swiss market is not so difficult.