Smartphone users of the world. The future is bright.
Picture these annoying scenarios-
Your phone has a rare charger which is expensive to replace,
Your phone runs out and none of your friends have the same charger,
You'd love nothing more than a portable emergency charger or a car charger but you can't find one for your model.
Well thankfully these dead battery woes are soon to be a thing of the past as Micro-USB port is confirmed as the standard for charger for smartphones.
At last the phones deserve their smart prefix.
The world's 14 most prominent mobile manufacturers have been sent details by the European Commission of a new standard connection, after they agreed to sign up to it in June 2009.
The technical specifications are based on the micro-USB connector that many mobile manufacturers have already begun to use. Samsung, Apple, Nokia and Research in Motion, the maker of the BlackBerry, are among those that have agreed to adopt it.
The micro-USB jack is already becoming common as manufacturers, including those outside the 14 who have already agreed on it, have made the shift in preparation. Apple's iPod connector, however, continues to be used for a host of accessories. The Commission anticipates that the first devices whose chargers meet the precise details of the new standard will appear early next year.
European Commission Vice-President Antonio Tajani, Commissioner for Industry and Entrepreneurship said "the common charger will make life easier for consumers, reduce waste and benefit businesses. It is a true win-win situation.” Couldn't have put it better myself
Source: Telegraph
One thought on “standard phone charger coming 2011”
Yes, but what about the inductive charger?? when you can just place your phone on it and it will charge!