Jozef Síkela, Minister for Industry and TradeThe new rulesThe new rules will make a USB-C charging port mandatory for a whole range of electronic devices.For consumers to know exactly what they are buying, the directive introduces a pictogram that specifies whether a new device comes with a charger and a label indicating the charging performance.Categories of devices concernedThe new rules will apply to a wide range of portable devices:- mobile phones- tablets and e-readers- digital cameras and video game consoles- headphones, earbuds and portable loudspeakers- wireless mice and keyboards- portable navigation systemsIn addition, all laptops will also be covered by the new rules 40 months following the entry into force of the directive.BackgroundIn 2020, EU consumers bought approximately 420 million electronic devices and, on average, they own three chargers to charge these electronic devices - of which they regularly use two.Despite this, 38% of consumers report having experienced problems charging their devices because no compatible charger was available."