As of Tuesday 28 April 2026, all laptops sold in the European Union must have a USB-C port for charging, in accordance with Directive 2022/2380. The measure, already applicable to mobiles and tablets, aims to reduce electronic waste and simplify users. Manufacturers are required to offer a purchase option without a charger, with many removing it completely from the packaging. However, old smartphone chargers (20-30 Watt) are not sufficient for laptops that need at least 65 Watts, forcing consumers to an additional cost of 40-50 euros for stronger chargers.