The EU has made it mandatory for electronic devices to have USB Type-C ports to make life easier for consumers and protect the environment.The mandate aims to reduce the number of chargers cluttering homes and pockets and address e-waste management.The rule applies to smartphones, tablets, cameras, headphones, game consoles, speakers, e-readers, and more.In India, the government has selected USB Type-C as the standardized charging port for smartphones, tablets, and laptops.