Plus: kills off the kid-friendly Glow speaker, Apple weathers accusations of anti-union activities, and ebike battery safety is under renewed scrutiny.
Apple is asking for a USB-C exemption for older iPhones - GadgetMatch
New iPhone, new charger: Apple bends to EU rules
EU could force device makers to adopt USB-C for charging (even Apple)
E.U. Seeks Common Charger for All Phones, Hurting Apple - The New York Times
EU votes to force all phones to use same charger by 2024, European Union
EU votes in favor of new law that will force Apple to adopt USB-C on iPhones by 2024
The iPhone 15 May Finally Embrace USB-C: What Apple's Move Means for You - CNET
iPhone gets USB-C thanks to creative robotics engineer - iPhone Discussions on AppleInsider Forums
EU moving forward with proposal that would force Apple to adopt USB-C port on iPhone, iPad, and more