From the begining of 2011 all mobile phones sold in the European Union must have a universal charger, according to an European Commission press release dated today. "Technical details guaranteeing compatibility and security for new chargers are advancing rapidly," it said. The multiplicity of chargers among the large number of manufacturers is not only confusing to the customer but also creates unnecessary electronic residue. The main manufacturers, including Nokia, Sony-Ericsson and Samsung, had signed an agreement whereby standardization would take place some time this year, but the dates have been set back. The new chargers will use a common micro-USB connection, at present available on the new generation of smartphones. Older models will still need individual chargers or an adaptor.
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