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Brazil is now the third country to ask Apple to replace its Lightning connector with the USB-C standard, citing that the change could help reduce electronic waste.
In early June, the European Union proposed new rules requiring all smartphones to use the USB-C standard for charging.
Now Brazil has also asked for universal loading support. But, like the EU, they believe that Apple should swap its own Lightning connector for the more widely accepted USB-C.
According to technology blog, as seen by 9tot5MacBrazilian regulators are urging smartphone makers to standardize their charging ports.
Anatel, the Brazilian regulatory agency, says standardization will allow for greater consumer convenience.
In addition, it believes that the move could reduce electronic waste by allowing customers to reuse chargers they already have.
Anatel’s proposal will require companies to switch to USB-C by 1 July 2024.
However, the proposal allows companies to move completely away from charging cables. Any device that can only be recharged wirelessly will not need to implement a USB-C charging port.
The agency allows Brazilians and technology companies to share their views on the project until August 26, 2022.