Reports suggest that Apple contemplated making the iPhone 17 Air its first port-less device but ultimately decided to retain the USB-C port. This decision stemmed from fears about compliance with EU regulations. However, an EU spokesperson clarified that devices relying solely on wireless charging are exempt from mandatory wired charging ports, such as USB-C. The European Commission is also advancing wireless charging standards to prevent market fragmentation. Given current technology, it seems plausible for future models, like the iPhone 18 Air, to adopt a port-less design.
Apple considered launching the iPhone 17 Air as a port-less device but decided against it due to concerns over EU regulations, despite it being legally permissible.
The EU regulations state that a device that supports only wireless charging doesn't need to use USB-C, as long as it can't be recharged via wired methods.
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